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Finely Carved South Arabian Alabaster Head

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Finely Carved South Arabian Alabaster Head

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Description

Yemen, ca. 2nd century BCE to 2nd century CE. Finely carved from honey hued alabaster, a well patinated head of a dignified youth with almond-shaped recessed eyes which more than likely once held inlays, framed by incised arched brows above, and further detailed with skillfully delinated ears, nose, lips, and a wavy coiffure. A sensitively modeled visage mounted on a handsome wood base. Size: 4.625" H (11.7 cm); 7.375" H (18.7 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: ex-private Sir Peter Hope KCMG (1912-1999), a British Intelligence Officer and Diplomat

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Condition

Surface abrasions and losses as shown; however, details still present nicely. Mineral deposits on surface as well.

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Finely Carved South Arabian Alabaster Head

Name: Finely Carved South Arabian Alabaster Head
SKU: 60236676
Price: 725 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,600 - $2,400

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Starting Price $800

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