Head of god Indra
HADB 130Bāgh Gaï
Bāgh GaïFigureStuccoModelling
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Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
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Location
Bāgh Gaï55
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Description
Head of Indra, very damaged. The god is wearing a high polygonal diadem. Three bands, joined by a central element that has now disappeared, probably a plate or a medallion, support the crown. This one was engraved with motifs, which are now mutilated, like the face.
Characteristics
Dimensions
H: 8cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Bāgh Gaï - 55
Conservation location
unknown
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Dimensions
H: 8cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Bāgh Gaï - 55
Conservation location
unknown
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration