BACTRIAN SCHIST BEAD

Ca. 2nd millennium BC. A schist bead of elongated, bi-conical shape is both elegant and practical, allowing it to be easily strung onto a necklace or other piece of jewelry. The central section of the

Ca. 3rd Millennium BC A beautiful flat-bottomed cylindrical vessel skillfully carved from grey schist. The pronounced rib runs through the middle of the outer wall, dividing the surface into two, rath

Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. Skillfully carved from grey-blue chlorite schist, this is an ornately incised vessel of a cylindrical form that rises to a very slightly flared, unpronoun

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. One of my favorites! Skillfully carved from grey-green schist, this is an ornately incised vessel in the form of a floral motif or possibly a bird claw, di

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2nd millennium BCE. An unusual oil lamp carved from a single piece of blue-grey schist, the form a triangle with its interior resembling a stylized flower or leaf. Each of t

Ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. This tubular cup, endowed with a pronounced rim, rests elegantly atop a splayed foot, elevating both form and function to a harmonious zenith. Yet, it is the meticulous ador

Afghanistan/ Pakistan, Bactrian culture, ca 1000 to 500 BCE. Unusual and large oil lamp of a form found only in this region of Central Asia. Carved from single block of grey schist with deep, almost r

Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A cylindrical vessel carved from grey-green schist and incised with several concentric horizontal rings as well as two bands of petite concentric circles.

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. One of my favorites! Skillfully carved from grey-green schist, this is an ornately incised, shallow, concave vessel, with a high relief head of a raptor wi

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

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2nd millennium BCE. An attractive and very unusual oil lamp carved from a single piece of grey schist, the form a variant of a quatrefoil resembling a stylized flower or fou

Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A lovely jar of a miniature form, hand-carved from forest-green schist with dark grey inclusions. The piriform body rests upon a petite base, has

Ca. 3rd-2nd millennium BC. Crafted with meticulous intention, this vessel bears the distinctive attributes of a rather shallow composition, its base impeccably flat, while the walls bestow a delicatel

Near East, Bactrian, ca. 1000 BCE. A lovely carnelian and glass bead necklace, a mix of modern and ancient stone beads tastefully strung together. Nicely re-strung on modern cord and clasp and ready t

Ca. 2nd millennium BC . A schist vessel featuring a deep body with a conical-shaped base, corseted walls, and a pronounced rim, culminating in a striking and distinct aesthetic. In the realm of ancien

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Lot Of 2 Ancient Agate Bactrian Beads. Measure 35.9MMM X 23.5MM X 11.2MM & 52.9MM X 33.5" X 9.9MM. This, and many lots forthcoming were found at the massive central Florida estate of a true antiquaria

Originally listed at $700 Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A stunning ensemble of 66 ancient Bactrian beads, all skillfully hand-carved from agate stones and strung on a modern s

1st millennium BC. A rectangular schist(?) bead with tapering ends, incised double-loop (pair of eyes?) design. 20.8 grams, 50 (2"). Property of a Dutch gentleman; formerly in an old collection formed

Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A splendid ensemble of 66 ancient Bactrian beads, all skillfully hand-carved from agate stones and strung on a modern strand with a lobster claw c

**Originally Listed At $650** Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A dazzling ensemble of 68 ancient Bactrian beads, all skillfully hand-carved from agate stones and strung on a moder

Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. Skillfully carved from grey-green schist, an ornately incised vessel of a cylindrical form that rises to a slightly flared, everted rim and mirrors that s