Torso of Demon
Tapa Kalān - Figure
HADB N° : 187
Technique : Modelling Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : Guimet Museum Museum Registration Number : MG 17350 Findspot : Tapa Kalān
Number of Findspot : 68 Dimensions : 7.5 x 9 x 4.5 cm Traces of Polychromy : No Type of Restoration : No restoration
Description :
The face of this hybrid demon is partly canine, combined with a short, broad nose. The awful mouth has sharp teeth and boar's tusks, and a protruding tongue. From the temples protrude curious sharp points. Restored on his bust in the Guimet Museum, this demon was bare-chested. A bandolier slung over his left shoulder may have been holding the scabbard of the weapon he appeared to be wielding with his right hand.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 102 b
