Buddhist Ghazni: Figurine
Inv. no. TS00686
IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan
Tapa Sardar
Northwest section
TS00686

Buddha
Red clay
Relief; obtained from mould
H: 5,1 (without tenon); W: 3,5 cm
Late period

Buddha seated in padmasana on a lotus throne, with nimbus and body-halo, wrapped in overrobe with forearms not preserved and exposed feet. Base preserving part of clay tenon. Surface blackened by accidental fire.

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