Head of a Male Figure 8th-9th century Thailand (Ratchaburi Province, Ku Bua) 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.. Head of a Male Figure. Thailand (Ratchaburi Province, Ku Bua). 8th-9th century. Stucco with color. Mon-Dvaravati period. Sculpture