Buddhist Ghazni: Decorative plaque
Inv. no. TS00303
IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan
Tapa Sardar, Upper Terrace
Between Throne 9 and stupa 10
TS00303

Lion
Brown clay
Relief; obtained from mould
H: 4,5 cm
Late period

Lion’s head with frowned eyebrows, wide open eyes with incised pupil, presumably wearing a headwear. Blackened by accidental fire.

Ghazni, MAIA storehouse (2003)
Neg. no.: -
Digital photos: MAIA 2002
Drawings: Inv. No. 4726
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