Join The Collection to save, track, and explore works like this.

A South Arabian Alabaster Head of a Woman — A South Arabian Alabaster Head of a Woman, Qataban, 3rd Century B.C./1st Century A.D.

A South Arabian Alabaster Head of a Woman

A South Arabian Alabaster Head of a Woman, Qataban, 3rd Century B.C./1st Century A.D.

A South Arabian alabaster head of a woman from Qataban, dating between the 3rd century B.C. and 1st century A.D. This delicate stone carving reflects the refined artistic traditions of the ancient Arabian Peninsula.

Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art

June 29, 2022

Estimate: $15,000 – $25,000

Lot 117

Start the Discussion

Request access to join the discussion

About this work

A South Arabian Alabaster Head of a Woman, A South Arabian Alabaster Head of a Woman, Qataban, 3rd Century B.C./1st Century A.D.

A South Arabian alabaster head of a woman from Qataban, dating between the 3rd century B.C. and 1st century A.D. This delicate stone carving reflects the refined artistic traditions of the ancient Arabian Peninsula.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Alabaster, Stone Carving, South Arabian, Qataban, Ancient Arabia, 3rd Century B.C.-1st Century A.D., Female Portrait, Head