Head of Brahman

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HADB N° : 251
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Findspot : Tapa Kalān
Number of Findspot : 68
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration

Description :

This middle-aged brahman, bearded and moustached, wears a layered cap with a polygonal base. Strands of hair emerge from the cap at the temples.

Observation :

This work bears the mark of Western influence.

Comparative Study :

HADB n°250

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 62 c

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 418, K.p. Ha. 1147.214