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Early & Rare Bactrian Stone Circular Idol

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Early & Rare Bactrian Stone Circular Idol

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Description

Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 3rd to 2nd Millennium BCE. A large stone idol, with a shallow slot/groove on each flat face, dividing both surfaces into semi-circles. This particular example is cut and carved from a truly beautiful stone of cocoa brown and white hues presenting mesmerizing wavy and circular patterns. Custom stand. Size: 2.75" L x 12" W (7 cm x 30.5 cm); 14.25" H (36.2 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection

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Condition

Natural disruptions to the surface. Overall excellent.

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Early & Rare Bactrian Stone Circular Idol

Name: Early & Rare Bactrian Stone Circular Idol
SKU: 58614830
Price: 1500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,000 - $4,500

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Starting Price $1,500

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