This type characterised by the “strait jacket” position of the arms - one crosses her her body at the waist, the other is perpendicular to it and raised to the face. Often woman shown in the Pudicitia style is wearing a veil, further emphasising her chastity and modesty. The green background has patterns inspired by the Ralli quilts of Sindh. These quilts are a cultural symbol for the regions where they are made. The most common uses are for a single bedcover or as a small bag.
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X-Chel 01 Jul 2020
Wonderful mix of Yavana and Gandharan and/or Uddiyana culture! This one looks like she could have been a elite lady in the court of Seleukos I Nicator, perhaps.