Head of Bodhisattva
Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
Location
Bāgh Gaï12
Description
This Bodhisattva wears a turban consisting of three superposed bands of cloth. A central square clasp joins the top band and the edge band. It seems that a decoration, perhaps a palmette, has adorned the top of the headdress. The face is soft and idealised and the style is reminiscent of certain Central Asian works.
Characteristics
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Bāgh Gaï - 12
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Bāgh Gaï - 12
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic References
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