Head of Demon

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HADB N° : 189
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan (?)
Museum Registration Number : MK 132 (?)
Findspot : Tapa Kalān
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restoration

Description :

This demon with a human face has short hair and elongated earlobes. The demonic mark is discreet but undeniable. He lets his teeth appear behind a disturbing smile.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 88 d

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 450, K.p. Ha. 1264.331