Egypt, Greco-Roman, 100 BC/AD
Remains of white paint pigments
This is a wonderful opportunity to own an affordable, authentic piece of ancient art that represents a fusion of three of the greatest cultures in history
Condition; Good condition as shown
Measurements:
Length: 13.5 cm
Height: 12.5 cm
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“GOD OF SILENCE”
EGYPT, GRECO-ROMAN 100 BC – 100 AD
Hollow terracotta figure of harpocrates with remains of white paint on the surface “God of Secrecy and silence” Harpocrates is shown seated with his right forefinger to his lips
This gesture was misconstrued by the Greek and Roman conquerors as an exhortation of silence and consequently adopted Harpocrates as the God of secrecy and silence
Measurements:
Height...
Greco - Roman period, 100 BC/AD
Dimensions:
Height: 7 cm
Width: 5.5 cm
Height on stand: 10 cm
Condition: Good condition
Found Jericho "Jordan Valley" Holy Land
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#744847
Lekythoi (plural of lekythos) were used to hold oil or perfume, especially during religious ceremonies also at baths and gymnasiums and for funerary offerings Graceful body tapered to the base, and a narrow neck with a loop-shaped handle.
There are several variations in shapes; the cylindrical type, like this one, was first seen in the last third of the sixth-century and wou...
This wine transport amphora dates from 900 - 600 BC
Measurements: Height: 45 cm – Width: 31 cm – Height on stand: 50 cm
Condition: Untouched, not repaired and restored as shown
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Dated from, 500 – 300 BC
Measurements: Container: Height: 6.5 cm – Diameter: 8.5 cm
Strainer: Height: 4.3 cm – Length: 14.5 cm
Drinking bowl: Height: 2.8 cm - Diameter 8.5 cm
Condition: Excellent archaeological condition with beautiful patina
The three items (Set) are professionally and nicely mounted on a plexi-glass display stand of high quali...