Head of Monk Bhikṣu, Novice with a lock of hair
Pratès - Figure
HADB N° : 228
Technique : Modelling Object Type : Figure
Material : Stucco
Site : Haḍḍa
Museum : National Museum of Afghanistan Museum Registration Number : MK60 Findspot : Pratès
Traces of Polychromy : No Type of Restoration : No restauration
Description :
The lock of the young novice consists of a plait, tightened by a band in its middle, which rests on the top of the shaved head. The face, idealized, is smiling.
Bibliographical References :BARTHOUX Jules - 1930 - Les Fouilles de Haḍḍa, Figures et Figurines - Pl. 89 a
TISSOT Francine - 2006 - Catalogue of the National Museum of Afghanistan (1931 – 1985) - P. 432, K.p. Ha. 1196.263