Head of Bodhisattva
Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
Location
Tapa KalānA-B
Description
The hair is almost slicked back and pulled back. The uṣnīṣa bun is encircled by a simple but thick band of rolled fabric. The idealised face is delicate, feminising. Hellenistic influence is noticeable. The posture suggests movement. This Bodhisattva wears earrings with a lion's head clasp.
Characteristics
Dimensions
H: 23cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa Kalān - A-B
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum inventory No.
MK n° 143, KM 62.3.1100, NKM 04.3.37
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Dimensions
H: 23cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa Kalān - A-B
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum inventory No.
MK n° 143, KM 62.3.1100, NKM 04.3.37
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic References
Part of the themed route