Head of Monk Bhikṣu
Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
Location
Bāgh Gaï70
Description
The facial traits of this monk draw a severe expression. The arch is drooping, the cheek wrinkled and the mouth is animated by a grimace of disgust.
Observations
Despite its damaged state, this portrait of a middle-aged monk is striking in its realism.
Characteristics
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Bāgh Gaï - 70
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum inventory No.
MK 41, KM 63.3.458, NKM 04.3.15
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Bāgh Gaï - 70
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum inventory No.
MK 41, KM 63.3.458, NKM 04.3.15
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic References
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