Buddhist Ghazni: Decorative plaque
Inv. no. TS00883

IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan
Tapa Sardar, Upper Terrace
MLS (4), near stupa 21, NW corner
TS00883

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Garuda
Clay
Relief; obtained from mould 23m39
H: 5,8; W: 5 cm
Late period

Head of Garuda with frowned eyebrows, wide open eyes with incised pupil, long beak-shaped nose and large ears, wearing earring with disk with small circle at centre. Mane with vertical waves above the forehead. Fired accidentally.

Ghazni, MAIA storehouse (2002)
Neg. no.: 6723/ 5,6
Digital photos: -
Drawings: Inv. No. 6301