Bactrian Pillar Idol

2nd millennium BC. A pink mottled brecciated limestone columnar idol with flared base, waisted body with shallow slot to both flat faces; upper rim chipped. 3.9 kg, 23cm (9"). Property of a London col

2nd millennium BC. A schist idol column with flared ends and lightly incised transverse slot to upper and lower faces. 4.4 kg, 27cm (10 1/2"). Property of a North London gentleman; acquired Pars antiq

2nd millennium BC. A carved hardstone columnar idol with waisted body, transverse slot to each flat face. Cf. Linenthal, P. Columns, Discs and the Creation of the World, see www.academia.edu/1004617.

3rd-2nd millennium BC. A substantial alabaster pillar idol of waisted cylindrical form with flaring base, the base and top both carved with a shallow groove extending as a shallow depression to the si

2nd millennium BC. A carved fossiliferous limestone columnar idol with shallow slot to each flat face and both sides. Cf. Linenthal, P. Columns, Discs and the Creation of the World, see www.academia.e

2nd millennium BC. A carved fossiliferous limestone columnar idol with shallow slot to each flat face and both sides. Cf. Linenthal, P. Columns, Discs and the Creation of the World, see www.academia.e

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A carved limestone columnar idol with waisted body, transverse slot to each flat face Cf. Pottier, M. H., Matériel funéraire de la Bactriane méridonale de L' Age d

4th millennium BC. A huge alabaster idol in the form of a slender pillar with round section body, narrowing at the top to form a neck; widening to a short section to form an elongated head. 11.1 kg, 8

c. 3000-2000 BC. Bactrian. A beautiful example of a column idol (sometimes called a pillar idol) of waisted cylindrical form with flaring base, the base and top both carved with a shallow groove. Ston

c. 3000-2000 BC. Bactrian. A beautiful example of a column idol (sometimes called a pillar idol), carved from a mottled pale-orange stone with white inclusions. The body of the idol is minimalistic an

Central Asia or Asia Minor, Bactria, ca. 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE. A beautiful example of a pillar idol (sometimes called a column idol), hand-carved and smoothed from a mottled creamy pink and grey

2nd millennium BC. A stone carving of a head with cap of hair in circles at the top, small features to the face and thick neck, guitar-shaped idol design to underside. 173 grams, 57mm (2 1/4"). The pr

Dimensions: 5.5 x 50 x 30 cm / 2.16 x 19.68 x 11.81 inches This striking stone sculpture hails from the Bactrian civilization, approximately dating back to 2000-1800 BC. Exhibiting a bold visage atop

This sculpted shist steatite head bust, with dimensions of 4 x 2 cm, likely represents a Bactrian idol, given its stylized facial features reminiscent of iconography from the ancient Bactria region. S

This exquisitely carved linear Bactrian idol base, made from main chlorite schist. Dating back to the Bronze Age (c. 2300-1700 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and cultural significanc

This Bactrian idol, dimensions 1.38x0.98x0.71 inches (3.5x2.5x1.8 cm), is a significant artifact from the Hellenistic period, crafted from an unknown stone, reflecting the syncretism of Greek and Cent

4th-3rd century BC. A carved stone pillar idol in seated posture with exaggerated head, stub arms. 499 grams, 95mm (3 3/4"). Property of a South East Asian collector; formerly acquired on the Asian ar

4th-3rd century BC. A carved stone pillar idol with exaggerated head, stub arms. 420 grams, 10cm (4"). Property of a South East Asia collector; formerly acquired on the Asian art market before 2000.

This mesmerizing Bactrian idol head, sculpted from the richly hued lapis lazuli, epitomizes the refined aesthetic and spiritual significance attributed to such objects in ancient civilizations. Its se

This mesmerizing Bactrian idol head, sculpted from the richly hued lapis lazuli, epitomizes the refined aesthetic and spiritual significance attributed to such objects in ancient civilizations. Its se

This ancient Bactrian idol figure, originating from the Bactria-Margiana region during the era of late 3rd–early 2nd millennium BCE, is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of its time. Mea

This ancient Bactrian idol figure, originating from the Bactria-Margiana region during the era of late 3rd–early 2nd millennium BCE, is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of its time. Mea

This modest yet enigmatic limestone bust head, with dimensions of 4 x 3.3 cm, hails from the ancient Bactrian culture. Characteristic of Bactrian idol iconography, the stylized features convey a seren

This modest yet enigmatic limestone bust head, with dimensions of 5 x 4.2 cm, hails from the ancient Bactrian culture. Characteristic of Bactrian idol iconography, the stylized features convey a seren