Head of god Indra or a Bodhisattva

Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
Location
Haḍḍa, lost location
Description
The figure could be the god Indra or a Bodhisattva. As the work is very damaged, it is difficult to distinguish whether he is wearing a turban or a hairnet surrounding a band of hair. It appears to be adorned with a central square medallion and topped with a bun. The waves seem to be stylised by recessed notches. The face, soft and idealised, is completely eroded.
Characteristics
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Haḍḍa, lost location
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Haḍḍa, lost location
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic References
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