Head of Demon

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HADB N° : 188
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : Guimet Museum
Museum Registration Number : MG 17127
Findspot : Haḍḍa, lost location
Dimensions : 10.5 x 8.5 cm
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restoration

Description :

This grotesque demon with a shaved head wears a headband decorated with a circular medallion; perhaps a bonnet. He has small, round, animal ears. His eyes are out of focus and he opens his oversized mouth to vomit out another figure, his eyes closed and his mouth half-open.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 102 f