Buddhist Ghazni: Figurine
Inv. no. TS01666
IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan
Tapa Sardar, Upper Terrace
Near stupa 42, on the floor
TS01666

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LA 10431_6_ridim

Buddha
Red clay
Relief; obtained from mould
H: 5,4; W: 4 cm
Late period

Walking Buddha on a lotus throne, with nimbus and body-halo, right hand in varadamudra and left hand lifted to the shoulder holding the patra. A fragment of plaster survives on the back. Blackened by accidental fire.

Ghazni, MAIA storehouse
Neg. no.: 10431/ 6
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Drawings: -
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