Antique Silk Road Region, Central Asian Carnelian Beads, c. 2nd-3rd Century CE

Category: Beads and Jewelry Components This carnelian bead from South Asia, dating back to the 1st to 2nd century CE, represents the region's rich tradition of gemstone craftsmanship prominent during

Category: Beads and Jewelry ComponentsThis collection of five ancient carnelian beads showcases the rich material culture that flourished along the Silk Road. Their preservation and quality highlight

This agate bead, with its subtle coloration and sophisticated craftsmanship, likely originates from the Greco-Bactrian period. Characterized by a blend of Greek and Central Asian artistic influences,

This agate bead, with its subtle coloration and sophisticated craftsmanship, likely originates from the Greco-Bactrian period. Characterized by a blend of Greek and Central Asian artistic influences,

Hailing from the prolific Silk Road, this banded agate Chung Dzi bead embodies the mystique and grandeur of the Kushan Empire's zenith. Its enigmatic patterns mirror the artistic sensibilities prevale

Central Asia, Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan, Gandharan Empire, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A magnificent hand carved stone carving of Buddha seared in full lotus position upon a pedestal. He tranqui

Ancient Near East, Pakistan and Afghanistan, Gandharan Empire, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A large, hand-carved gray schist frieze depicting a scene from the early life of Buddha entitled, "The Great D

Central Asia, Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan, Gandharan, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. An exquisite, life-size terracotta head of the Buddha, depicted nearly in the round, with a wavy coiffure, a gener

Central Asia, Gandharan Empire, ca. 2nd to 4th century CE. An exceptional, larger-than-life head of the enlightened Buddha, skillfully sculpted from gray schist to portray his divine visage in traditi

Western Central Asia (Turkmenistan, Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Russia), Turkoman (Turkmen) people, ca. 19th century CE. An absolutely stunning royal crown made of a large, heavy, silver ornament sew

**This is an oversized piece that requires 3rd party shipping. Please ask for a quote prior to bidding.** South Asia, India, Bihar region, Pala Empire, ca. 10th to 12th century CE. A stunning hand-car

Central Asia, Persia / Northern India, Mughal or Indo-Persian culture, ca. 19th century CE. This is a superb gathering and display of antique iron chahar-ayneh or char-aina cuirass armor with matching

Originally listed at $8,500... Central Asia, Persia / Northern India, Mughal or Indo-Persian culture, ca. 19th century CE. A superb display of antique iron chahar-ayneh or char-aina cuirass armor with

Central Africa, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ituri (also Etori or Uituri) region, ca. early 20th century CE. A delicate, flat, circular carved wood mask of minimalist geometric form and with excellen

**This is an oversized piece that requires 3rd party shipping. Please ask for a quote prior to bidding.** Central Asia, Pakistan and Afghanistan, Gandharan Empire, ca. 4th to mid-5th century CE. A lar

Origin  Central Persia Size 200 x 129 cm (Approximately 78.7 X 50.8 inch) Age 2nd quarter of 20th century Knots 8 x 8 knots per sq cm Condition Very good To protect the deteriorated condition

Roman Solid Gold Snake Bracelet, c. 2nd-3rd Century A.D.Coiled snake, the body deeply engraved with scales and ending in thin zigzaging tail, realistically formed pointed head with round eyes in high

A fantastic Roman marble head of Emperor Commodus (161-192 AD) depicted as Dionysus, c. 2nd- 3rd Century AD, with delicate features, wearing a fillet and wreath of ivy and berries, his hair styled bac

A Roman marble janiform head, c. 2nd - 3rd Century AD, one of the faces bearded and wearing a head band, the opposite head youthful and wreathed with ivy. A lovely example with expressive features and

Near East / Holy Land, Palmyra, Roman period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. Wow! A stunning, naturalistic limestone head of a priest wearing a characteristically tubular headdress, known as a modius, enc

Roman Empire, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. An attractive marble torso of a statue depicting a male figure, most likely Herakles (Hercules), the quintessential hero of ancient times, as he appears to be

Ancient Rome, Hellenistic period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A finely carved white marble head depicting Aphrodite/Venus, the goddess of romantic love depicted with her head ever so slightly tipped to

Near East, Palmyra, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A finely carved Palmyrene limestone head of a youthful female beauty, her quixotic visage comprised of large almond-shaped eyes wi

A brilliantly carved alabaster bust of Zeus Serapis, Roman Egypt, c.2nd-3rd Century AD, wearing his distinctive modius crown, his hair and beard beautifully detailed. The modius itself is an attribute