A Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Carved Amulet with Mythical Beasts, 2nd Millennium BC
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This Bactrian amulet of lapis lazuli, carved in the 2nd millennium BC, is a masterful display of ancient craftsmanship. The mythical beasts, intricately etched into the stone's surface, showcase a blend of vigor and grace, characteristic of Bactrian iconography. The lapis lazuli, with its mesmerizing deep blue and golden flecks, symbolized the heavens and was highly prized in antiquity. Such amulets were believed to possess protective powers and were often used in ceremonial practices. This artifact is not only a piece of jewelry but also a bearer of the spiritual and mystical beliefs of the Bactrian culture.
Length: 7.5 cm (2.95 inches)
Width: 5 cm (1.97 inches)
Provenance:
Private collection, Prague, passed down through generations since the late 19th century.
Keywords:
Bactrian, Lapis Lazuli, Mythical Beasts, 2nd Millennium BC, Carved Amulet, Ancient Craftsmanship, Protective Talisman, Ceremonial Artifact, Antiquity, Spiritual Beliefs, Mystical, Iconography, Blue Stone, Gold Flecks, Heavens Symbolism, Art History, Archeological Discovery, Heritage, Cultural Significance.
Length: 7.5 cm (2.95 inches)
Width: 5 cm (1.97 inches)
Provenance:
Private collection, Prague, passed down through generations since the late 19th century.
Keywords:
Bactrian, Lapis Lazuli, Mythical Beasts, 2nd Millennium BC, Carved Amulet, Ancient Craftsmanship, Protective Talisman, Ceremonial Artifact, Antiquity, Spiritual Beliefs, Mystical, Iconography, Blue Stone, Gold Flecks, Heavens Symbolism, Art History, Archeological Discovery, Heritage, Cultural Significance.
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A Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Carved Amulet with Mythical Beasts, 2nd Millennium BC
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