Head of Bodhisattva
Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
Location
Tapa KalānA-B
Description
The facial traits of Indian inspiration. The hair is encased in a composite pearl tiara, decorated with a central pyramidal pearl and tightened behind by two discs. The hair is treated in waves running from front to back. The facial lines, slightly asymmetrical due to the nose, are charming, delicate and idealized. The deformed earlobes have small square beads.
Characteristics
Dimensions
H: 22cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa Kalān - A-B
Conservation location
Guimet Museum
Museum inventory No.
MG 17205
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Dimensions
H: 22cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa Kalān - A-B
Conservation location
Guimet Museum
Museum inventory No.
MG 17205
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic Reference
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