Head of Monk Bhikṣu
HADB 221Deh-i Ghoundi
Deh-i GhoundiFigureStuccoModelling
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Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
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Location
Deh-i Ghoundi
Description
This young, shaven monk wears a saṃghāṭi that envelops him completely. He smiles broadly, looking affable and leaning forward.
Observations
The realism of this work is remarkable.
Characteristics
Dimensions
H: 7.5cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Deh-i Ghoundi
Conservation location
unknown
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Dimensions
H: 7.5cm
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Deh-i Ghoundi
Conservation location
unknown
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Bibliographic Reference
Part of the themed routes