Head of god Brahma or a young brahman

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HADB N° : 284
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum Registration Number : MK 105
Findspot : Chakhil-i Ghoundi
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration

Description :

Head of the god Brahma or young brahman, with damaged hair. The hair is wavy, falling down the nape of the neck and covering the ears, whose lobes are deformed. The features are pronounced. The eyes are wide open, which gives her a curious, amused expression.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 90 c

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 413, K.p. Ha. 1126.193