Lot 0112A

Bactrian Stone Bowl w/ Procession of Lions

Similar Sale History

View More Items in Sculptures & Carvings

Sold

Bactrian Stone Stamp Seal w/ Lion: Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2000 to 1700 BCE. A hand-carved stone stamp seal of circular form with an integral suspension loop emanating from the verso. Incised on the stamp face is a seated lion with

2023Bactrian Stone Stamp Seal w/ LionSee Sold Price

Sold

Huge Bactrian Stone Idol / Ritual Object: Ancient Central Asia, modern day Pakistan / Afghanistan, Bactria, late 2nd to early 1st millennium BCE. A beautiful idol or ritual object of a sizable form, hand-carved from mottled beige-hued stone w

2022Huge Bactrian Stone Idol / Ritual ObjectSee Sold Price

Sold

Bactrian Stone Weight: Ancient Bactria, ca. 2000 BC. Possibly a tent weight, the sculptural piece is carved of cream-colored stone with white veining. MEASUREMENTS Height: 8 inches / 20.2 cm SHIPPING Contact for estimate.

2020Bactrian Stone WeightSee Sold Price

Sold

A 19TH CENTURY CENTRAL ASIAN CARVED STONE RECUMBANT: A 19TH CENTURY CENTRAL ASIAN CARVED STONE RECUMBANT DEER together with an early carved stone lion. 8 cm & 6 cm wide. (2)

2018A 19TH CENTURY CENTRAL ASIAN CARVED STONE RECUMBANTSee Sold Price

Sold

Mesopotamian Stone Head w/ Chignon Hairstyle: **First Time At Auction** Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Sumer, Early Dynastic IIIb to Akkadian Empire period, ca. 2500 to 2218 BCE. An impressively preserved stone head featuring carefully striated

2023Mesopotamian Stone Head w/ Chignon HairstyleSee Sold Price

Sold

Mesopotamian Stone Head w/ Chignon Hairstyle: **Originally Listed At $600** Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Sumer, Early Dynastic IIIb to Akkadian Empire period, ca. 2500 to 2218 BCE. An impressively preserved stone head featuring carefully stria

2023Mesopotamian Stone Head w/ Chignon HairstyleSee Sold Price

Sold

Ancient Bactrian / BMAC Stone Seated Idol Figure: 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

2023Ancient Bactrian / BMAC Stone Seated Idol FigureSee Sold Price

Sold

A Magnificent Chinese Green Jade COVERED CENSER 19th Ce: A Rare Finely carved Chinese Green jade Tripod censer. Circa Probably Late 19th Century . Smooth and finely carved Green jade , With Golubar or Works on the Top and Different Parts of the Body , domed

2015A Magnificent Chinese Green Jade COVERED CENSER 19th CeSee Sold Price

Sold

Anatolian Stone Figure of a Worshipper: Asia Minor, modern-day Turkey, Anatolia, Early Bronze Age, ca. 3000 to 2500 BCE. An enticing, anthropomorphic stone figure sitting on an integral plinth in a traditional pose of supplication with arms

2022Anatolian Stone Figure of a WorshipperSee Sold Price

Sold

Luristan Whetstone w/ Bronze Ibex Handle: Northwest Iran to eastern turkey, Central Asia, Luristan, ca. 1000 to 700 BCE. From some of the ancient world's finest metalsmiths. Fine cast bronze whetstone handle with original whetstone. In the fo

2023Luristan Whetstone w/ Bronze Ibex HandleSee Sold Price

Sold

Central Asian / Bactrian Bronze Attachment - Ibex: Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 1000 BCE. A cast bronze ibex with long, thin legs and a stylized body, part of an attachment, perhaps from a chariot. The ibex stands proudly on a curved bar. His head is sl

2018Central Asian / Bactrian Bronze Attachment - IbexSee Sold Price

Sold

A beautiful Central Asian stone sculpture: A beautiful Central Asian stone sculpture, ca. 8th - 12th Century, carved from gray hard stone and depicts a warrior with an attendant or captive at the front of the horse. The horse is nicely detaile

2016A beautiful Central Asian stone sculptureSee Sold Price

Sold

Ancient Bactrian Chlorite Jars (pr): Ancient Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A wonderful pair of Bactrian jars, both skillfully hand drilled from chlorite of rich blue-gray, black, and charcoal hues. The first and largest p

2022Ancient Bactrian Chlorite Jars (pr)See Sold Price

Sold

Ancient Central Asian Neolithic Djeitun Culture Painted Pottery Bowl: Ca. 5000-4000 BCE. Rusty colored painted terracotta bowl. Figures are leaves or fish bones. Dimensions: 17 cm diameter, 12 cm H. Provenance: B.C. Galleries, 2006 acquired by Dr. Henry Cherrick, a prof

2023Ancient Central Asian Neolithic Djeitun Culture Painted Pottery BowlSee Sold Price

Sold

Ancient Bactrian Bronze Kohl Container + Applicator: Help those in need this holiday season! Artemis Gallery is donating 100% of the Buyer's Premium from all lots sold in this auction to COMMUNITY FOOD SHARE. Each $1.00 donated = 3 meals! Ancient Centra

2022Ancient Bactrian Bronze Kohl Container + ApplicatorSee Sold Price

Sold

Caucasian Ethnic Military Carved Stone Figural Sculpture: DESCRIPTION: Caucasian Ethnic Military Carved Stone Figural Sculpture. Depicts a standing male figure with a dagger, wearing a knee-length over coat and boots, standing atop a carved stone rock format

2023Caucasian Ethnic Military Carved Stone Figural SculptureSee Sold Price

Related Sculptures & Carvings

Old Chinese Shoushan Stone Lion & Ball Seal Statue w Box: Title: Old Chinese Shoushan Stone Lion & Ball Seal Statue w Box Date/Period: After1820 Origin: Chinese Dimension: 82x30x30(mm) 3.23x1.18x1.18(inches) Weight 0.29 lbs/130g Materials: Shoushan Stone Res

4 hrs LeftOld Chinese Shoushan Stone Lion & Ball Seal Statue w Box

$750

Chinese Stone Sculpture of the Tree of Life: A sculpture formed as a bonsai tree placed in a carved cinnabar pot, decorated with jade, agate, and amethyst leaves. Dimensions: 16"L x 9"W x 17"H Country of Origin: China

1 day LeftChinese Stone Sculpture of the Tree of Life

$20

Antonin Mercie (After) Original Bronze Sculpture, David: This elegant patinated bronze statue is made after Classically trained French sculptor Antonin Mercie's original David vainqueur de Goliath (David Defeating Goliath.) This version includes a loincloth

May 26, 2024Antonin Mercie (After) Original Bronze Sculpture, David

$20

2pc Stone Head on Stand, Greek Goddess: Heavy carved white stone head reminiscent of a Greek goddess. Includes black display stand. Head: 11"L x 6.75"W x 9.5"H. Base: 5.75"L x 5.75"W x 8"H. Weight: 29.5 pounds.

May 26, 20242pc Stone Head on Stand, Greek Goddess

$10

Campesino Sentado by The Mexican School Sculpture: This sculpture is titled Sitting Peasant in English. It depicts a man made from paste with a copper finish and green patina lounging on top of a gray stone base. Artist: The Mexican School Issued: 20t

May 26, 2024Campesino Sentado by The Mexican School Sculpture

$20

Mid Century Metal and Stone Abstract Floral Sculpture: Three tall metal flowers with coiling leaves and green painted bulbous blossom. Each steam is embedded in a sparkling gray stone base. Artist initials on a leaf. Dimensions: 10.5"L x 10" W x 19.5"H

1 day LeftMid Century Metal and Stone Abstract Floral Sculpture

$10

Chinese Large Stone Sculpture w/ Stand: Collectible stone sculpture carved in low relief with archaistic mask on one side, with stand. Approx. 7.8-5.4 inch(w/o stand)._x000d__x000d_The Estate of Lady Muen, HK, 2000.

3 days LeftChinese Large Stone Sculpture w/ Stand

$50

Plains Indian Bronze Sculpture, Warriors Of The Wind, Artist Signed: Vintage original Native American polychrome bronze sculpture, signed by the artist. Title: Warriors Of The Wind-Shield Of The Four Winds. Signed on the underside of shield (view photo). This solid bro

5 days LeftPlains Indian Bronze Sculpture, Warriors Of The Wind, Artist Signed

$100

David Palombo Sculpture: Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: David Palombo (Turkish/Israeli, 1920-1966)Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparentMaterials: wrought iron, stoneDimensions (H, W, D):

3 days LeftDavid Palombo Sculpture

$250

Large Sculpture, Ossip Zadkine Homage, 41"H: Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: unknown, see Additional InformationMarking(s); notes: signedMaterials: bronze, stone (base)Dimensions (H, W, D): 41.25"h, 21"w, 12

3 days LeftLarge Sculpture, Ossip Zadkine Homage, 41"H

$3,000

Brutalist Figural Sculpture, 26"H: Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: artist unknownMarking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparentMaterials: bronze, stone (base)Dimensions (H, W, D): 26"h, 11.5"w

3 days LeftBrutalist Figural Sculpture, 26"H

$150

Antonio Kieff Grediaga Sculpture: Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Antonio Kieff Grediaga (Spanish, b. 1936)Marking(s); notes: signed; ed. 6/9Materials: bronze, stone (base)Dimensions (H, W, D):

3 days LeftAntonio Kieff Grediaga Sculpture

$650

Michael Glancy Sculpture, 2 Pcs.: Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Michael Glancy (American, 1950-2020)Marking(s); notes: signed; 1986Materials: glass, pewterDimensions (H, W, D): base: 1&quot

3 days LeftMichael Glancy Sculpture, 2 Pcs.

$4,000

Bronze Figural Sculpture, Manner of Henry Moore: Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: unknownMarking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparentMaterials: bronze, possibly another metal, stone (base)Dimensions (H, W, D): 16.25

3 days LeftBronze Figural Sculpture, Manner of Henry Moore

$250

Tom Bennett Abstract Bronze Sculpture: Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Tom Bennett (American, 1928-2016)Marking(s); notes: signed; ed. 77/150; 1986Materials: bronze, stone (base)Dimensions (H, W, D):

3 days LeftTom Bennett Abstract Bronze Sculpture

$400

Alvar Sunol Munoz-Ramos Sculpture: Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Alvar Sunol Munoz-Ramos (Spanish, 1935)Marking(s); notes: signed; ed. 30/99; 1981Materials: gilt bronze, stone (base)Dimensi

3 days LeftAlvar Sunol Munoz-Ramos Sculpture

$500

More Items in Central Asian Sculptures & Carvings

An Ancient Mesopotamian Early Bronze Age Steatite Plaque with Cockerel Relief, c. 3000-2500 BCE: This 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 heralding

2 days LeftAn Ancient Mesopotamian Early Bronze Age Steatite Plaque with Cockerel Relief, c. 3000-2500 BCE

$10

Persian Bronze Engraved Tray - IRAN Late 1800: Persian Bronze Tray - Late '800 - Dimension: 54 cm

2 days LeftPersian Bronze Engraved Tray - IRAN Late 1800

€40

A Pair of Near Eastern Islamic Era Lion Sculptures, c. 12th-14th Century CE: This pair of lion sculptures, hailing from the Near Eastern region during the Islamic era, specifically between the 12th and 14th centuries CE, exemplifies the artistic expression prevalent during thi

2 days LeftA Pair of Near Eastern Islamic Era Lion Sculptures, c. 12th-14th Century CE

$10

2 days LeftAn Ancient Mesopotamian Early Bronze Age Steatite Plaque with Cockerel Relief, c. 3000-2500 BCE

$10

2 days LeftA Pair of Near Eastern Islamic Era Lion Sculptures, c. 12th-14th Century CE

$10

Ancient Byzantine Limestone Stamp Seal with Humanoid Face, c. 330–1453 CE: This Byzantine limestone stamp seal features a carved humanoid face, typical of the iconographic elements used in Byzantine art. The seal likely served both practical and decorative purposes, potentia

2 days LeftAncient Byzantine Limestone Stamp Seal with Humanoid Face, c. 330–1453 CE

$10

An Antique Islamic Era Green Stone Feline Amulet, 10th-12th Century: This green stone feline amulet from the Islamic Golden Age (10th-12th century) symbolizes vigilance and power. Its craftsmanship reflects the period's refined artistic traditions, with detailed carvin

2 days LeftAn Antique Islamic Era Green Stone Feline Amulet, 10th-12th Century

$10

An Ancient Sasanian Semi-Precious Stone Stamp Seal Amulet, ca. 3rd-1st Century BCE: Category: Sealings This amulet, doubling as a stamp seal, is crafted from a semi-precious stone, showcasing the dual utility of many ancient objects as both functional tools and protective ornaments.

Available to Buy NowAn Ancient Sasanian Semi-Precious Stone Stamp Seal Amulet, ca. 3rd-1st Century BCE

$150

An Islamic Umayyad Period Agate Amulet, c. 661-750 CE: This elegantly simple agate amulet from the Islamic Umayyad period reflects the era's refined aesthetic and the spiritual significance of amulets in Islamic culture. The smooth, creamy hue of the agat

Available to Buy NowAn Islamic Umayyad Period Agate Amulet, c. 661-750 CE

$75

An Ancient Persian Agate Cylinder Bead, c. 1st Millennium BCE: Category: Cylinder Seals and Impressions This cylindrical agate bead from ancient Persia, dating back to the 1st millennium BCE, features intricate white banding against a translucent backdrop. Such b

Available to Buy NowAn Ancient Persian Agate Cylinder Bead, c. 1st Millennium BCE

$45

An Ancient Near Eastern Carved Stone Feline Figure, ca. 3rd Millennium BCE: Category: Figurines and Statuettes This carved stone figure of a feline from the Near East is an exemplary artifact of early animal representation in art. Its simplistic yet evocative form highlights

Available to Buy NowAn Ancient Near Eastern Carved Stone Feline Figure, ca. 3rd Millennium BCE

$75

Ancient Near Eastern Carnelian Amulet with Engraved Dot Circle, Islamic Era: Category: Ornaments and Dress Accessories This carnelian amulet, hailing from the Near East, features a primitive yet captivating engraved dot circle, a motif often used to symbolize eternity and prot

Available to Buy NowAncient Near Eastern Carnelian Amulet with Engraved Dot Circle, Islamic Era

$105

Assortment of Ancient Stone and Glass Beads, c. 1st Century BCE to 4th Century CE: This assortment of vintage beads includes a mix of materials such as glass, agate, and carnelian, dating from the 1st century BCE to the 4th century CE. The collection reflects the aesthetic and techn

Available to Buy NowAssortment of Ancient Stone and Glass Beads, c. 1st Century BCE to 4th Century CE

$120

Collection of Varied Ancient Stone and Ceramic Beads, c. 800 BCE to 400 CE: This collection includes a variety of beads made from stone, ceramics, and early glass dating from 800 BCE to 400 CE. These artifacts showcase the technological and artistic evolution of bead-making i

Available to Buy NowCollection of Varied Ancient Stone and Ceramic Beads, c. 800 BCE to 400 CE

$120

Assortment of Ancient Etched Carnelian Beads, c. 1st-3rd Century CE: This assortment features ancient etched carnelian beads, celebrated for their intricate white and brown patterning achieved through an ancient acid-etching technique. These beads are exemplary of craf

Available to Buy NowAssortment of Ancient Etched Carnelian Beads, c. 1st-3rd Century CE

$120

An Antique Carved Steatite Bead, Near Eastern Motifs, c. 400-700 AD: This exquisitely carved steatite bead features intricate motifs characteristic of Near Eastern art. Dating back to approximately the 4th to 7th century AD, this bead showcases the artistic heritage an

Available to Buy NowAn Antique Carved Steatite Bead, Near Eastern Motifs, c. 400-700 AD

$120

Recommended Art

Bunny Yeager - Photo of Bettie Page signed by Bettie Page circa 1970: 17x13 cm

2 days LeftBunny Yeager - Photo of Bettie Page signed by Bettie Page circa 1970

€125

Cole Weston (American 1919 – 2003) after Edward Weston (American 1886 – 1958): Cole Weston (American 1919 – 2003) after Edward Weston (American 1886 – 1958) “Nude, 1936”, 1984 Negative photograph print Signed and inscribed on verso “Negative by Edward Weston, print

3 days LeftCole Weston (American 1919 – 2003) after Edward Weston (American 1886 – 1958)

$1,400

Ed Mell 1942 - 2024, Oil On Canvas Shadowed Walls: NOT ELIGIBLE FOR IN-HOUSE SHIPPING. DESCRIPTION: Shadowed Walls is a large oil painting (40" X 78") dated 1983. Paintings by Ed Mell ( AZ, USA) are in several museums and major private holdings includ

1 day LeftEd Mell 1942 - 2024, Oil On Canvas Shadowed Walls

$39,000

Pablo Picasso Mixed Media Cubism: Pablo Ruiz Picasso (1881-1973) . Mixed Media on strong paper. Cubism. "Head of a Woman Reading" 1953 21 cm. x 29.7 cm. Signature of the artist top right Labels and stamps at the back for Picasso Museu

3 days LeftPablo Picasso Mixed Media Cubism

$600

Diego Rivera Signed Woman's Portrait Oil on Canvas: Diego Rivera (Mexican, 1886-1957) Signed, Portrait of a Seated Woman Knitting, circa first half of the twentieth century, signed lower right, carved gilt wood frame. Image: 39" H x 31" W; frame: 46.5"

4 days LeftDiego Rivera Signed Woman's Portrait Oil on Canvas

$1,500

Thomas deDecker (1951- ), Blooming Waterlilies: Thomas deDecker (1951- ) Blooming Waterlilies Medium: oil on board Dimensions: 12 x 16 Framed Dimensions: 18 1/5 x 22 1/8 x 2 Signature signed lower left: Thomas DeDecker verso: titled, signed and dat

3 days LeftThomas deDecker (1951- ), Blooming Waterlilies

$1,200

Jock Sturges - Robert Koch Gallery -Claire, Montalivet, 1990 - Signed by Jock Sturges: 13x15 inches on Baryta Paper- Studio 3d Seal - Low Corner Cut

2 days LeftJock Sturges - Robert Koch Gallery -Claire, Montalivet, 1990 - Signed by Jock Sturges

€350

Pablo Picasso Drawing. Signed: 1969. Oil on heavy paper (Spanish on the back/Label Musee d'Orsay-Oleo sobre panel. Title Mosquetero con paloma. Style : Cubism Signature: Recto Top left Stamps at back for Musee d'Orsay 10" x 13"

3 days LeftPablo Picasso Drawing. Signed

$950

Robert Angeloch (NY,1922-2011) oil painting: ARTIST: Robert Henry Angeloch (New York, 1922 - 2011) TITLE: Shore near Sheepford, Nantucket, MA (titled on verso) YEAR: 1994 MEDIUM: oil on board CONDITION: Minor scratches/paint losses. No visible i

4 days LeftRobert Angeloch (NY,1922-2011) oil painting

$220

Pablo Picasso Collection Domaine The Dream Limited Edition on canvas: The Dream Pablo Picasso Limited edition on canvas Custom framed. Estate signed. From the Collection Domaine Picasso. Includes certificate of authenticity. Custom framed Approx. image size 24 x 20 inch

3 days LeftPablo Picasso Collection Domaine The Dream Limited Edition on canvas

$205

Claude Monet French 1840 - 1926 Oil on canvas Painting in the style of Renoir Manet Pissarro Era.: A breathtaking oil painting on canvas captures the serene beauty of a boat gracefully gliding through the tranquil waters of a quiet Bahia during a picturesque sunset. Measuring 20 x 15.5 inches, this

4 days LeftClaude Monet French 1840 - 1926 Oil on canvas Painting in the style of Renoir Manet Pissarro Era.

$4,400

Louisa McElwain Oil On Canvas: NOT ELIGIBLE FOR IN-HOUSE SHIPPING. DESCRIPTION: This large painting by Louisa McElwain "Song of the High Desert", 1999, is of her most popular subject, storms in the New Mexico desert. This one is re

1 day LeftLouisa McElwain Oil On Canvas

$5,000

Thomas deDecker (1951- ), Valley Sunset: Thomas deDecker (1951- ) Valley Sunset Medium: oil on board Dimensions: 8 x 10 Framed Dimensions: 14 1/8 x 16 1/8 x 1 7/8 Signature signed lower right: Thomas deDecker verso: titled, signed and dated

3 days LeftThomas deDecker (1951- ), Valley Sunset

$500

Original watercolor Salvador Dali: Watercolor and ink on Arches paper in the style of Salvador Dali Approx 30x26 inches custom framed Includes documentation

3 days LeftOriginal watercolor Salvador Dali

$950

Joan Miro Original Drawing ink on paper Hand signed 28x20 inches: Artist: Joan Miro (1893-1983)Technique: Watercolor and ink on paper.Title: Artistmeasures: 28x20 inchesHand signed on the front and backimportant private collectionObservations: It needs to be conditi

3 days LeftJoan Miro Original Drawing ink on paper Hand signed 28x20 inches

$6,900

Original oil on board by William Sonntag (1822-1900): Original oil on board by William Sonntag 1850 10x16 image size Includes provenance.

3 days LeftOriginal oil on board by William Sonntag (1822-1900)

$9,500

Bactrian Stone Bowl w/ Procession of Lions

Item Details

Description

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 extensively embellished with repeating bands of strutting lions in high relief. Size: 4.5" W x 2.75" H (11.4 cm x 7 cm)

Polished stone vessels are common grave goods from this time period, and they often were left in the tomb with a food offering. Vessels with more elaborate decorative/iconographic programs like this example may have contained prized possessions or luxury products.

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.

A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.

We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.

#175738

Condition

Section of rim missing from antiquity now polished smooth from thousands of years of burial.

Buyer's Premium

26.5%

Bactrian Stone Bowl w/ Procession of Lions

Name: Bactrian Stone Bowl w/ Procession of Lions
SKU: 140523296
Price: 1500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,000

See Sold Price

Starting Price $800

Sell a Similar Item

1 bidder is watching this item.

Get approved to bid.

Shipping & Pickup Options

Item located in Louisville, CO, us

Offers In-House Shipping

Local Pickup Available

Payment

Artemis Gallery

TOP RATED

Louisville, CO, United States

1,306 Reviews

7,928 Followers