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Tall Ancient Bactrian Alabaster Vessel

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Description

Ancient Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2nd millennium BCE. A tall and slender vase that is hand-carved from creamy honey-yellow alabaster that fluoresces when placed next to a bright light. The vessel features a gently tapering form atop a flat base, a rounded rim with an incised base, and a pair of lug handles with drilled perforations for suspensions. Alabaster, a light-colored, calcareous stone from the Iranian Plateau, has strong connections in ancient western and central Asia to religion and specifically the gods. For example, in the site of Kultepe-Kanes, a huge burial mound, there were many disc-shaped alabaster idols, naked alabaster goddesses, and lion figures. We also know that alabaster was a precious material, widely traded in the region from the 4th millennium BCE onward. A vase like this one was made to be placed into a tomb to hold offerings. Size: 4.3" W x 7.75" H (10.9 cm x 19.7 cm)

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

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Condition

Minor nicks and abrasions commensurate with age, with some deep chips to body, and light earthen deposits, otherwise intact and excellent. Great form and translucency. Previous inventory label beneath base.

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Tall Ancient Bactrian Alabaster Vessel

Name: Tall Ancient Bactrian Alabaster Vessel
SKU: 153896794
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $900 - $1,350

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