Lot 10522

Bactria-Margiana Alabaster Male Idol Head Sculpture, 3rd – 2nd millennium BCE

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Bactria-Margiana Alabaster Male Idol Head Sculpture, 3rd – 2nd millennium BCE

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Delicately carved from alabaster, this idol head sculpture is a product of the Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex, dating back to the ancient eras of the 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE. The head measures 3.8x2x1.8 cm, roughly 1.5x0.79x0.71 inches, portraying a male figure with serene, stylized features. Alabaster was valued in antiquity for its translucence and smoothness, qualities that are beautifully showcased in this sculpture. Such idols are thought to represent divine or revered figures, playing significant roles in the religious practices of their cultures. For collectors or those with a scholarly interest in the early civilizations of Central Asia, this artifact offers a tangible connection to the enigmatic Bactria-Margiana region, renowned for its intricate artistry and spiritual depth.

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Bactria-Margiana Alabaster Male Idol Head Sculpture, 3rd – 2nd millennium BCE

Name: Bactria-Margiana Alabaster Male Idol Head Sculpture, 3rd – 2nd millennium BCE
SKU: 167376013
Price: 20 USD
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