Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Cylinder Bead, Early Bronze Age, c. 3300-2100 BCECategory: Beads and Jewelry Components This steatite cylinder bead features a simplistic dot motif typical of the Early Bronze Age in the Near East. Steatite, a soft stone, was commonly used for smallSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Cylinder Bead, Early Bronze Age, c. 3300-2100 BCECategory: Beads and Jewelry Components Identical to the previous item, this steatite cylinder bead also showcases the Early Bronze Age's affinity for minimalist designs which carried significant meaniSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Idol Carving, Early Bronze Age, c. 3300-2100 BCEThis steatite idol from the Early Bronze Age of the Near East demonstrates the era's distinctive artistic style and religious iconography. Idols like this were likely used in domestic shrines or carriSee Sold Price
2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Animal Head Carving, c. 3000-2000 BCEThis exquisite steatite carving of an animal's head, likely representing a guardian or symbolic creature, hails from the early Bronze Age civilizations of the Near East. The intricate detailing and stSee Sold Price
2024An Ancient Near Eastern Jade Amulet, Early Bronze Age, c. 3300-2100 BCECategory: Ornaments and Dress Accessories This jade amulet from the Early Bronze Age reflects the Near Eastern traditions of using gemstones not only for their beauty but also for their supposed magicSee Sold Price
2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Eagle Carving, Middle Bronze Age, c. 2100-1550 BCEThis steatite carving of an eagle from the Middle Bronze Age features the bird, a potent symbol of power and divine protection in Near Eastern cultures. Such carvings were commonly used as amulets orSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Feline Carving, Middle Bronze Age, c. 2100-1550 BCEThis steatite feline carving from the Middle Bronze Age reflects the cultural and artistic practices of the Near East. The figure, which emphasizes the muscularity and grace of the animal, likely heldSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Early Bronze Age Steatite Idol, ca. 3000-2500 BCEThis steatite idol, originating from the Near Eastern region during the Early Bronze Age, around 3000 to 2500 BCE, represents religious or ceremonial significance. The figure, characterized by its stySee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Early Bronze Age Steatite Idol, ca. 3000-2500 BCEThis steatite idol, originating from the Near Eastern region during the Early Bronze Age, around 3000 to 2500 BCE, represents religious or ceremonial significance. The figure, characterized by its stySee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Chalcedony Cylinder Seal, ca. 2100-1900 BCECategory: Cylinder Seals and Impressions This exquisite artifact represents the sophisticated craftsmanship of the Early Bronze Age civilizations of the Near East. The cylinder seal, made from transluSee Sold Price
Sold2024Collection of Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Spearheads, c. 1200-800 BCEThese bronze spearheads, originating from the Ancient Near Eastern region during the Late Bronze to early Iron Age transition, demonstrate the sophisticated metallurgical skills of ancient warriors anSee Sold Price
Sold2024Collection of Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Spearheads, c. 1200-800 BCEThese bronze spearheads, originating from the Ancient Near Eastern region during the Late Bronze to early Iron Age transition, demonstrate the sophisticated metallurgical skills of ancient warriors anSee Sold Price
Sold2024Collection of Ancient Near Eastern Bronze Spearheads, c. 1200-800 BCEThese bronze spearheads, originating from the Ancient Near Eastern region during the Late Bronze to early Iron Age transition, demonstrate the sophisticated metallurgical skills of ancient warriors anSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Cylinder Seal, Neo-Assyrian Period, c. 911-609 BCEThis cylinder seal from the Neo-Assyrian period is carved from steatite, a material favored for its durability and ease of carving. The intricate engravings likely served both decorative and functionaSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Plaque with Dot Engraving, Early Dynastic Period, c. 2900-2334 BCEThis steatite plaque from the Early Dynastic Period features dot engraving, a decorative technique used extensively in Mesopotamia. Such plaques were often embedded in furniture, walls, or religious aSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Lapis Lazuli Feline Figurine Amulet, Late Bronze Age, c. 1000-800 BCECategory: Pendants and Figurines This Late Bronze Age feline figurine amulet, masterfully carved from lapis lazuli, reflects the significant spiritual and decorative uses of such artifacts in the anciSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Early Bronze Age Chlorite Schist Stone Axe Head, c. 3300-2000 BCEThis 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 utilitarianSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Mesopotamian Early Bronze Age Steatite Plaque with Cockerel Relief, c. 3000-2500 BCEThis steatite plaque, carved with the relief of a cockerel, dates back to the Early Bronze Age, around 3000 to 2500 BCE, in Mesopotamia. The cockerel, often a symbol of watchfulness and the heraldingSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Uruk Period Steatite Linear Stamp, c. 3300-3100 BCEThis steatite linear stamp, originating from the Uruk period of the Near East, around 3300 to 3100 BCE, features repetitive geometric patterns. Stamps like this were primarily used for marking goods aSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Mesopotamian Early Bronze Age Steatite Plaque with Cockerel Relief, c. 3000-2500 BCEThis steatite plaque, carved with the relief of a cockerel, dates back to the Early Bronze Age, around 3000 to 2500 BCE, in Mesopotamia. The cockerel, often a symbol of watchfulness and the heraldingSee Sold Price
Sold2024Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Falcon Amulet, c. 1200-539 BCECategory: Pendants and Figurines Carved from steatite, this amulet depicts a falcon, a symbol of divine protection and power in the ancient Near East. Dating from the Iron Age to the Neo-Assyrian PeriSee Sold Price
Sold2024Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Stamp Seal, c. 1200-800 BCEAncient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and trSee Sold Price
Sold2024Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Stamp Seal, c. 1200-800 BCEAncient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and trSee Sold Price
Sold2024Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Stamp Seal, c. 1200-800 BCEAncient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and trSee Sold Price
11 hrs LeftThousand Planet Auction HouseAncient Near Eastern Ain Ghazal Idol Statue, Pre-Pottery Neolithic 7250 BCE - 5000 BCE$45
Jul 08Hermann Historica GmbHThree Breton bronze axes type Dahouet, late Bronze Age to early Iron Age of western Europe, 10th -€400(1 bid)
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Jul 08Hermann Historica GmbHA stone axe, a flanged axe and a socketed axe, Copper Age and Bronze Age, mid-3rd millennium to 8th€300