Mold for a Buddha's Head
The image depicts a mold for a Buddha's head. Two heads are shown side by side; both are identical. The head on the left is orange clay; the head on the right is dark gray clay. The heads are oval-shaped; facial features include a nose, mouth, and closed eyes. The eyebrows are not defined but appear as an upturned curl at the top of the forehead; a small circle is on the forehead between the eyebrows. The background is gray.
Artwork details
- Date:
- ca. 3rd century
- Medium:
- Terracotta
- Culture:
- Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara)
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 600 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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