Head of Bodhisattva
Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
Location
Tapa Kalān95
Description
The hair is treated in rows of small tight curls framing the forehead. This Bodhisattva wears a high tiara surrounding a bun. It consists of an ornate twisted band of cloth with a central decoration. He appears to be wearing earrings, the details of which are not visible. His chubby, square face is reminiscent of some Central Asian works.
Characteristics
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa Kalān - 95
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa Kalān - 95
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic References
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