Buddhist Ghazni: Wall statue
Inv. no. TS01640
IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan
Tapa Sardar, Area 64-100
Trench of stupa 64 (6)
Tapa Sardar, Area 64-100
Trench of stupa 64 (6)
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Buddha
Clay; paint: brown, red, white; inferable: wood, reed, fiber (inner armature)
Very high relief
H: 20; W: 17 cm
Early period 2
Head of a Buddha preserving trace of a large plaque or precious stone indicating urna. Two locks of curly hair on the left temple. White paint on surface; red paint on eyelids and pupils; brown paint on eyebrows. Traces of the inner armature burnt. Fired accidentally.
Ghazni, MAIA storehouse (2002)
Ghazni, MAIA storehouse (2002)
Neg. no.: 10392/ 1-4
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Digital photos: -
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