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Bactria-Margiana Steatite Schist Votive Idol, 3rd - 2nd millennium BCE

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Bactria-Margiana Steatite Schist Votive Idol, 3rd - 2nd millennium BCE

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This exceptional steatite schist votive idol, hailing from the Bactria-Margiana complex, stands at 10.5x4x1.5cm. Originating from the 3rd to the early 2nd millennium BCE, this figure showcases the distinct artistic techniques of an ancient civilization. The idol's engraved patterns across its body may symbolize clothing or perhaps indicate a form of spiritual or cultural significance. These figures are often thought to serve religious or ceremonial purposes, acting as intermediaries between the physical and the divine. The material, a durable steatite schist, was chosen for its longevity, suggesting that it was intended to last through the ages. The sculpture's well-preserved condition and evident historical value offer a rare opportunity for collectors to own a piece that is not just a symbol of antiquity but a legacy from a past society's daily rituals and beliefs.

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Bactria-Margiana Steatite Schist Votive Idol, 3rd - 2nd millennium BCE

Name: Bactria-Margiana Steatite Schist Votive Idol, 3rd - 2nd millennium BCE
SKU: 167482730
Price: 25 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $250

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