Ancient Dagestan Bronze Standing Idol
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Western Asia, Dagestan Region, located on the northwestern shores of the Caspian Sea, ca. 1500 to 500 BCE. A miniature bronze standing idol, with hands raised in the classic style of the region and enormous palms turned to face outward. The rest of the body has exaggerated hips, a small phallus, and a belt. This particular item comes from the Caucasus, a little-studied region, with most academic studies done in Russian. These small bronze figures seem to have been part of an incredibly long artistic tradition; they look similar to clay ones created during the Neolithic period. At this same time, burials contain a tremendous number of weapons, and we believe that gods related to military prowess. Interestingly, Russian archaeologists have found some examples of these small idols buried with remains of clothing on them - perhaps why their bodies are so undecorated. Size: 0.8" W x 2" H (2 cm x 5.1 cm)
Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection
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#130447
Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection
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#130447
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Smooth, very dark patina on surface. Nicely preserved detail.
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Ancient Dagestan Bronze Standing Idol
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