Figure
ca. 2nd century - 5th century (made)
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The figure is seated with the child on her right knee. She apparently has a veil tied round her head, with a high top-knot. Details include large circular earrings and a flowing lower garment.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Terra-cotta, moulded. |
| Brief description | mother and child; Sculpture, terracotta |
| Physical description | The figure is seated with the child on her right knee. She apparently has a veil tied round her head, with a high top-knot. Details include large circular earrings and a flowing lower garment. |
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| Object history | Bought from the D.H.Gordon collection, 1951. |
| Production | Taxila, Mohra Moradu, NWFP |
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| Accession number | IS.17-1951 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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