Ancient Bactria Chlorite Schist Censer Vessel - Bovid

Central Asia, Eastern Iran / Afghanistan, Bactria, ca. 2000 to 1500 BCE. A handsome gray chlorite schist censer vessel with a cuboid body and elongated handle in the form of an animal. The center is d

**Originally Listed At $800** Central Asia, Bactrian, BMAC complex, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. Skillfully carved from grey-blue chlorite schist, this is an ornately incised vessel of a cylindrical form ext

Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A cylindrical vessel carved from grey-green chlorite schist and incised with three contiguous abstract renderings of stylized palm fronds. Polished stone

This captivating idol's head bust with a hat, made from warming peach limestone and taupe chlorite schist, dates back to the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC) period, c. 2200-1700 BCE. It

This exquisite 4 faces stamp seal, made from fine chlorite schist, dates back to the Akkadian Period (c. 2334-2154 BCE). It exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and cultural significance of Mesopot

This exquisite cylinder seal, made from silvery and warming peach chlorite schist, dates back to the Akkadian period (c. 2334-2154 BCE). It exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and cultural signifi

This carved plaque relief, made from chlorite schist, hails from the Early Dynastic Period of Mesopotamia, circa 2900-2350 BCE. The intricate carvings depict scenes of animals, reflecting the sophisti

This exquisite cylinder seal, made from grey chlorite schist, dates back to the Akkadian period (c. 2334-2154 BCE). It exemplifies the remarkable craftsmanship and intricate artistry of Mesopotamian c

This intricately carved cylinder seal, made from main grey chlorite schist. Dating back to the Akkadian Period (c. 2300-2200 BCE), it exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship and artistic sophisticati

This ancient recumbent sphinx amulet, made from weathered shingle and taupe chlorite schist. Dating back to the Mesopotamian period (c. 2500-2000 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and d

This carved relief plaque, made from main chlorite schist. Dating back to the Mesopotamian period (c. 2000-1600 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and rich cultural significance of the N

This exquisite cylinder seal, made from warming peach and verde marron chlorite schist, dates back to the Early Dynastic period of Mesopotamia (c. 2500-2200 BCE). It exemplifies the meticulous craftsm

This exquisite high relief cylinder seal, made from weathered shingle and cobalt-colored chlorite schist, dates back to the Old Akkadian period of Mesopotamia (c. 2100-2000 BCE). It exemplifies the in

This double convex stamp seal, made from fine chlorite schist. Dating back to the Akkadian period (c. 2350-2150 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and artistic refinement of Mesopotamian

This finely crafted loop stamp seal, made from chlorite schist, dates back to the Akkadian period (c. 2300-2200 BCE). It exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and cultural significance of Mesopotami

This finely crafted carved idol figure amulet, made from chlorite schist, dates back to the Neo-Sumerian period (c. 2100-2000 BCE). It exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship and profound cultural si

This exquisite high relief cylinder seal, made from cobalt and indigo-hued chlorite schist. Dating back to the Achaemenid Period (c. 550-330 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and cultur

This high relief amulet, made from silvery and verde marron chlorite schist. Dating back to the Mesopotamian period (c. 2100-1600 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and profound cultural

This exceptional Akkadian period double convex stamp is carved from chlorite schist, dating back to 2334-2154 BC. It measures 3.7 cm by 2.3 cm by 1.2 cm, approximately 1.46 inches by 0.91 inches by 0.

This ancient double convex relief tablet from the Neo-Assyrian period, dating between 911 and 609 BC, is a remarkable vestige of a bygone era. The tablet measures 6x5 cm, or approximately 2.36x1.97 in

This substantial piece, measuring 6 cm by 5.5 cm, or roughly 2.36 inches by 2.17 inches, is carved from chlorite schist, a durable stone appreciated for its deep color and resilience. Originating from

This exquisitely carved linear Bactrian idol base, made from main chlorite schist. Dating back to the Bronze Age (c. 2300-1700 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and cultural significanc

This intricately carved stamp seal, made from fine chlorite schist, dates back to the Early Dynastic period of Mesopotamia (c. 2900-2350 BCE). It exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and cultural s

This petite yet captivating ancient votive figure portrays a girl sitting in a thoughtful pose, carved from chlorite schist. Originating from the Near Eastern region during the 3rd to 1st millennium B