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

A South Arabian Veined Alabaster Head of a Man or Woman

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

A South Arabian alabaster head carved from veined stone, representing either a male or female figure from the Hellenistic period. The work showcases the sculptural traditions of South Arabia.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art Part I

December 7, 2021

Estimate: $5,000 – $8,000

Lot 14

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

A South Arabian alabaster head carved from veined stone, representing either a male or female figure from the Hellenistic period. The work showcases the sculptural traditions of South Arabia.

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

Related themes

Alabaster, Portrait Head, South Arabian, Veined, Sculpture, Ancient Arabia, 3rd Century B.C.-1st Century A.D., Hellenistic, Portrait, 1st Century A.D., 3rd Century B.C.