Head of Monk Bhikṣu, Novice with a lock of hair
HADB 228Inv. MK60Pratès
PratèsFigureStuccoModelling
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Photo by Jules Barthoux ©GrandPalaisRmn - Guimet Museum
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Location
Pratès
Description
The lock of the young novice consists of a plait, tightened by a band in its middle, which rests on the top of the shaved head. The face, idealized, is smiling.
Characteristics
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Pratès
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum inventory No.
MK60
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration
Technique
Modelling
Material
Stucco
Object type
Figure
Site
Pratès
Conservation location
National Museum of Afghanistan
Museum inventory No.
MK60
Traces of polychromy
No
Restoration
No restoration