Buddhist Ghazni: Decorative plaque
Inv. no. TS01683
IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan, 1969
Tapa Sardar, Upper Terrace
Near stupa 42, on the floor
TS01683

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LA 10433_3_ridim
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TS 1683

Garuda
Red clay
Relief; obtained from mould
H: 4,9; W: 2,7 cm
Late period

Head of a Garuda with frowned eyebrows, wide open eyes with incised pupil, long beak-shaped nose and large ears, wearing crown and earring. Neck encircled by a notched band (feathers or necklace).

Ghazni, MAIA storehouse (2002)
Neg. no.: 10433/ 3-4
Digital photos: -
Drawings: -
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