Head of Warrior

Chakhil-i Ghoundi - Figure


HADB N° : 388
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Findspot : Chakhil-i Ghoundi
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration
Description :

This soldier is wearing a round helmet with a furrowed edge that rises to a point on the forehead, like a sort of "morion". The chinstrap passing under the chin seems to be attached to the back of the neck. The face is idealised. With his head bowed, he smiles gently.


Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 104 c