Head of Demon
Tapa-i Kafarihā - Figure
HADB N° : 198
Technique : Modelling Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan Findspot : Tapa-i Kafarihā
Traces of Polychromy : No Type of Restoration : No restauration
Description :
This demon with spiky, flame-like hair wears a headdress or bun that falls backwards. His expression is disturbing: he frowns, glares, and his lips are half-open with an evil smile, revealing large incisors.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 92 d
TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 452, K.p. Ha. 1269.336