BACTRIAN STONE IDOL

Ca. 3000-2000 BC
A ritual stone idol, resting on a flat base for stability. An elongated columnar body ascends, tapering gently towards the apex, culminating in a narrow neck. At this summit, a bulbous cylindrical head, marked by a central perforation. The surface displays meticulously incised dots traversing its length, lending tactile and visual rhythm. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 12257, Antiquities, Lot 131.
Size: L:630mm / W:65mm ; 5.2kg
Provenance: Property of a private collector; previously acquired in Pasadena, California 2016-2017. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Estimate: GBP 2000 - 4500