Head of Warrior

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HADB N° : 389
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum Registration Number : MK 118
Findspot : Tapa-i Kafarihā
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration

Description :

This warrior wears a round helmet with a wide chinstrap. The border runs from a triangular shape on the forehead to a scroll around the ears. The face is idealised and the expression bears the imprint of Western art. The eyebrows are furrowed and the lips are half-open.

Bibliographical References :

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

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 425, K.p. Ha. 1172.239