Head of Brahman

Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
Location
Tapa-i Kafarihā
Description
This brahman wears a carefully executed moustache and beard, shown with slight undulations, as if caught by the wind. On the other hand, the representation of the locks of hair is more coarse, simply represented by half-moon shaped notches. As the modelling is damaged at the level of the skull, it is not known whether he was wearing a bun.
Observations
Western inspiration is palpable in this brahman figure inspired by the philosopher type.
Characteristics
Dimensions
H: 8.6cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa-i Kafarihā
Conservation location
Guimet Museum
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Dimensions
H: 8.6cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Tapa-i Kafarihā
Conservation location
Guimet Museum
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration