Buddhist Ghazni: Figurine
Inv. no. TS00142
IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan
Tapa Sardar, Upper Terrace
Near stupa 4
TS00142

Buddha
Brown clay
Relief; obtained from mould
H: 3,8; W: 2,7 cm
Late period

Buddha (presumably walking) in dhyanamudra on a lotus throne, with nimbus and body-halo, wrapped in overrobe (samghati) with covered hands. A spirit of flame on the shoulder.

Ghazni, MAIA storehouse (2002)
Neg. no.: -
Digital photos: MAIA 2002
Drawings: -
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