This piece comes from the Sabaean (South Arabian) period, 2nd-1st century B.C. The head is oblong and green-beige in color and lacks eprsonal features, which is , consistent with other South Arabian figures. The inscriptions on the base and the fact that such figures come from necropolises has led scholars to deduce that they were commemorative…
Category Archives: Antiquities
Celtic Antiques
Celtic art is characterized by ornamentation and lacks the symmetry and suse of straight lines and themes from nature, which are usually integral to the classical tradition. Classical antiquity focused on the Mediterranean Sea, and was crafted throughout Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome civilizations, a.k.a. the Greco-Roman World. Celtic Art, however, is is known for its…
New Discovery in Egypt
For antique dealers archeological finds are always of interest. These news stories are often of interest to many other people as well, as they reveal a fascinating discovery from the past. In recent news, archeologists in Egypt have unearthed 57 ancient Egyptian tombs dating back to around 2750 B.C. The find actually throws new light on…
Bronze Age Gems
This article talks about the Visigothic lyre-shaped belt buckle from the Dark Ages.
Antique Highlights
Plastic Vessel in the shape of a Monkey’s head. Apulian, 4th Century B.C. Height: 3 5/16” Diameter of Base: 21/16” Monkeys did not exist in the art of Greece, but they can be found in the art of Magna Graecia, the Greek colonies on the southern coast of Italy. The image of the monkey came…
Antiques from the Hellenistic Period
Discussion on art in the Hellenistic Period with a specific emphasis on one of the pieces, a Bronze figure of Serapis seated on a throne.
New Face of Antiquities
Buying antiques today has certainly changed from years gone by. Many antique galleries used to be appointment-only galleries. Now, their premises are open to the public and welcoming to all. Many galleries also publish beautiful catalogs and work to broaden their client base. Interestingly, the sale of antiques over the internet has also blossomed. As one company…
Early Greek Figurines
Should you be looking for a beautiful example of Early Greek antiques, this “Psi” idol is an outstanding choice. Decorated by hand with brownish red paint, this statue represents a woman with arms uplifted and a flat head. This type of figure first appeared in Mycenaean tombs beginning in the 15th century B.C. These figures represent…
A Mycenaean Terracotta Cup
The Mycenaean Terracotta Cup is an exceptional example of Early Greek antiques. This one-handled cup includes delicately painted spirals. The cup is made of a fine clay and the general shape indicates that the artists were influenced by metal prototypes. The cup has been beautifully preserved and is relatively rare. It was produced between 1600 BC…
Background to the Brussels Antiques Fair
The Brussels Antiques and Fine Arts Fair recently concluded, and it was quite a successful event. With its central location, in the heart of Brussels, the fair had 130 exhibitors. This fair is a must-see in the antiques world as it allows dealers to display their exceptional works, while allowing visitors to see a vast selection…
Antiquities in the News
- Sindh through centuries - Pakistan Observer February 3, 2012Sindh through centuriesPakistan ObserverKarachi—An exposition of young trainees' talent titled Sindh Through the Centuries was jointly held here by the Provincial Government's Antiquities Department and Pakistan German Business Forum. Works by the artists acquiring skills benefiting from ... […]
- Al-Tayyar ties up with SCTA for tourism forum - Arab News February 2, 2012Al-Tayyar ties up with SCTA for tourism forumArab NewsBy WALAA HAWARI | ARAB NEWS RIYADH: The Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities announced Wednesday it has chosen Al-Tayyar Travel Group as its strategic partner for the 5th session of the Saudi Travel and Tourism Investment Forum 2012 that will ...and more » […]
- Citizens hand in hoards of artifacts - Arab News February 2, 2012Arab NewsCitizens hand in hoards of artifactsArab NewsPrince Sultan bin Salman, president of Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities, is seen with a number of citizens who handed over artifacts to SCTA during a recent ceremony in Riyadh. (Al-Eqtisadiah photo) By ARAB NEWS RIYADH: There has been a ... […]
- Market for antiquities still strong in India: Neville Tuli - Zee News February 2, 2012Market for antiquities still strong in India: Neville TuliZee NewsNew Delhi: The market for antiquities - old miniature art - is emerging as a strong force in the country, Neville Tuli, founder and chairman of the Mumbai-based auction house Osian`s has said. His auction "Creative India Series 2", featuring Delhi and ... […]
- Crocodile Museum opens in Aswan - Ahram Online February 1, 2012Crocodile Museum opens in AswanAhram OnlineWithin the context of a plan by the Ministry of State for Antiquities to build museums at the country's most significant archaeological sites, Antiquities Minister Mohamed Ibrahim this week officially inaugurated Egypt's first ever crocodile museum.and more » […]
- Sindh through centuries - Pakistan Observer February 3, 2012