An Ancient Bronze Age Chlorite Schist Carved Linear Bactrian Idol Base, c. 2300-1700 BCE

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 carved idol figure amulet, made from fine chlorite schist. Dating back to the Early Bronze Age (c. 3000-2500 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and spiritual significance of Near Ea

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 ancient stone axe head, made from weathered shingle and cobalt chlorite schist. Dating back to the Early Bronze Age (c. 3300-2000 BCE), it exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship and utilitarian

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 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

Central Asia, Bactria-Margiana (BMAC) (Oxus Civilization), Bronze Age, ca. 3000 to 2000 BCE. A idol figure hand-carved from a dark gray stone, the surface incised with triangular and linear motifs tha

Central Asia, Bactria-Margiana (BMAC) (Oxus Civilization), Bronze Age, ca. 3000 to 2000 BCE. A idol figure hand-carved from a dark gray stone, the surface incised with triangular and linear motifs tha

Central Asia, Bactria-Margiana (BMAC) (Oxus Civilization), Bronze Age, ca. 3000 to 2000 BCE. A idol figure hand-carved from dark gray stone with an angular body and a recessed cavity atop the neck mea

Category: Figurines and Statuettes This idol from the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex, crafted in steatite with a limestone head, dates back to circa 2300-1700 BCE. The combination of material

This steatite idol head from the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC) dates to between 2300 and 1700 BCE. The artifact’s distinct features and craftsmanship highlight the sophisticated art

This recumbent lion figurine, carved from chlorite schist, hails from the Early Dynastic Period of Mesopotamia, circa 2900?2350 BCE. The figurine represents the strength and majesty attributed to lion

This dolomite carved head, originating from the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC), dates back to circa 2200-1700 BCE. The idol head exemplifies the sophisticated craftsmanship and spiritu

Ancient Luristan, Iron Age, Bronze Idol ca. 900 - 800 BCE. Size 3 5/8 inches high. + mount. Fine cast bronze female idol with round shape eyes long nose with long horns both hands raised. Great detail

Asia Minor, modern-day Turkey, Anatolia, Early Bronze Age, ca. 2700 to 2300 BCE. A superb marble idol known as a "violin" idol for obvious reasons, of the Kasura type, quite similar to contemporary Cy

Ca. Early Bronze Age 2700-2300 BCE. Possibly the oldest piece offered in this auction. Approx. 5" x 3 1/4". Anatolian marble idol, "Kusura-Beycesultan type". Purchased from la Riene Margot, Paris, 199

This enigmatic bronze amulet embodies the spiritual and protective practices of the Greco-Bactrian period. Its horseshoe shape, prevalent in various ancient cultures, was believed to ward off evil and

Near East / Central Asia, Northwestern Iran, Parthia / Amlash, late Bronze Age, ca. 1000 to 600 BCE. A remarkable bull effigy cast from bronze with a symmetrically proportioned body! Although hollow,

Ancient Near East, modern Syria, Tell Brak, Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3000 BCE. An eye idol of monumental proportions, hand-carved from white limestone. The idol is defined by a flat base, a gentl

Lot of 4 Ancient Near Eastern Chlorite Schist Carved Zoomorphic Figurine Amulets

Ancient Near Eastern Chlorite Schist Carved Vessel

This coin from ancient Bactria dates back to the 2nd to 1st century BCE. Featuring intricate engravings that display the high craftsmanship of the period, this coin provides a glimpse into the economi

Ancient Mesopotamian Early Dynastic Period Chlorite Schist Idol Figure Statuette

An Ancient Chinese style bronze ding. Bronze tripod ding on carved wooden base. Inscription to interior. 7" x 6 3/4". With base: 10" x 6 3/4".Condition: Heavily oxidizedProvenance: From the collection