Head of god Brahma or a young brahman

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HADB N° : 277
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum Registration Number : MK 82
Findspot : Tapa-i Kafarihā
Number of Findspot : 45
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restoration

Description :

This figure, the god Brahma or a young brahman, is represented in the guise of a child. His hair forms small spikes on the sides and is rolled up into a frontal bun. The earlobes are deformed and the face is completely idealised, withdrawn and smiling.

Observation :

This figure has been compared to the putti of Western art.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 96 b

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 433, K.p. Ha. 1200.267