Head of a Male Figure
In Thailand, stupas and temples were often embellished with terracotta and stucco sculptures. In some instances, even large-scale narrative friezes illustrating stories from the Buddha's life survive. In contrast to the stone and metal images that served as the primary objects of worship, these sculptures in plastic media show a greater degree of spontaneity and freedom of expression.
Artwork Details
- Title: Head of a Male Figure
- Period: Mon-Dvaravati period
- Date: 8th–9th century
- Culture: Thailand (Ratchaburi Province, Ku Bua)
- Medium: Stucco with color
- Dimensions: H. 6 7/8 in. (17.5 cm)
- Classification: Sculpture
- Credit Line: Samuel Eilenberg Collection, Gift of Samuel Eilenberg, 1987
- Object Number: 1987.142.287
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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