Head of god Brahma or a young brahman

Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
Location
Tapa Kalān67
Description
This head could be that of the god Brahma or a brahman. The hair, which is medium-length and straight, is represented by parallel grooves. It covers the ears, which are elongated, and, on the top of the head, it is raised into a uṣnīṣa bun. The face is idealised, its expression frozen. The ūrṇā, represented by a stucco button, can be distinguished.
Characteristics
Dimensions
H: 14.5cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa Kalān - 67
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Dimensions
H: 14.5cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa Kalān - 67
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic References
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