Head of Brahman

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HADB N° : 300
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum Registration Number : MK 12
Findspot : Tapa Kalān
Number of Findspot : 68
Traces of Polychromy : Yes
Type of Restoration : No restauration

Description :

Large wavy hair frames this brahman's face, covering ears with enlarged lobes. The hair is gathered in a bun above the head. He wears a small moustache and an incipient beard. The face is soft and idealised, the expression benevolent and smiling.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 63 e

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 418, K.p. Ha. 1146.213