Buddhist Ghazni: Decorative plaque
Inv. no. TS00544
IsMEO / IsIAO Italian Archaeological Mission in Afghanistan
Tapa Sardar, Upper Terrace
Near stupa 4

Lion
Clay
Relief; obtained from mould
H: 3,8, W: 3,7 cm
Late period

Lion’s head with frowned eyebrows, wide open eyes and half open mouth with tongue visibile. Surface blackened by accidental fire.

Ghazni, MAIA storehouse (2003)
Neg. no.: -
Digital photos: -
Drawings: Inv. No. 4726
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