Head of Demon

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HADB N° : 171
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum Registration Number : MK 3, KM 62.3.391, NKM 04.3.19
Findspot : Tapa Kalān
Number of Findspot : 68
Dimensions : h = 10.5 cm
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration

Description :

The hair of this demon is spiked, drilled into the shape of short flames on the head. The face is grimacing: he opens a wide mouth and shows prominent teeth. The menacing look is reinforced by bulging eyes and a furious stare. The human ears have deformed lobes.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 99 a

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 455, K.p. Ha. 1283.350

MIZUNO Seiichi - 1963 - The Ancient Art of Afghanistan - P. 168