Bust of Demon
Tapa Kalān - Figure
HADB N° : 179
Technique : Modelling Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : Guimet Museum Museum Registration Number : MG 17117 Findspot : Tapa Kalān
Number of Findspot : 68 Dimensions : 16.8 cm Traces of Polychromy : No Type of Restoration : No restauration
Description :
The demonic character has the appearance of a mature, emaciated man. He has short hair, a moustache and a shaved chin. He closes his eyes, appearing to be asleep, yet with both hands this demon rips his head from his neck, leaving the flesh and bone of the spine exposed.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 100 c