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Bactrian Alabaster Ritual Idol, c. 2000 B.C.

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Bactrian Alabaster Ritual Idol, c. 2000 B.C.

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Bactrian Alabaster Ritual Idol, c. 2000 B.C.
Of alabaster, flaring out at top and base with longitudinal groove carved across the top and base.Such columns remain enigmatic objects: their specific archaeological contexts would suggest that they were prized and important sculptures, probably related to the religious and cult sphere. Their extremely discrete and sober form gives them a highly contemporary, abstract connotation.

Size:9.6 cm H - 3 3/4 inches
Material:Alabaster
Culture:Bactrian, c. 2000 B.C.
Provenance: British private collection prior to 2000.

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