Head of Brahman

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HADB N° : 241
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum Registration Number : MK 28, KM 62.3.454, NKM 04.3.73
Findspot : Bāgh Gaï
Number of Findspot : 56
Dimensions : h = 10 cm
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration

Description :

This middle-aged Brahman's voluminous hair is gathered into a bun that falls over the back. The expression is full of pathos: frowning eyebrows, deep eyes and a half-open mouth.

Observation :

The combination of foreign influences is remarkable in the representation of this figure: the facial features are of Indian inspiration while the style borrows from Western art.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 95 c

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 419, K.p. Ha. 1149.216