Head of Warrior

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HADB N° : 394
Technique : Modelling
Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan
Findspot : Tapa-i Kafarihā
Number of Findspot : 9
Traces of Polychromy : No
Type of Restoration : No restauration

Description :

This warrior wears his hair in loose curls folded back on itself. The face of this young soldier is idealised and bears the influence of Western art. The expression is melancholic: the head tilted, the deep gaze turned to the side, he smiles slightly.

Bibliographical References :

BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 87 f

TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 420, K.p. Ha. 1153.220