Head of Brahman
HADB 237Chakhil-i Ghoundi
Chakhil-i GhoundiFigureStuccoModelling
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Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
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Location
Chakhil-i Ghoundi
Description
The head of this Brahman is very eroded. He wears a bun, mustache and beard whose undulations are summarily depicted in hollows. Old and wrinkled, the expression of his eyes and his drooping mouth give him a serious look.
Characteristics
Dimensions
H: 5.2cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Chakhil-i Ghoundi
Conservation location
unknown
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Dimensions
H: 5.2cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Chakhil-i Ghoundi
Conservation location
unknown
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic Reference
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