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…
Tag Archive: antiques
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…
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…
Owning a Piece of History
Collecting and owning antiquities has always been an interest of people throughout history. Antiquities are appreciated for their beauty as art objects as well as their role as repositories of the cultures of the progenitors of western civilization. For this reason collecting antiquities is a growing interest, and if the number of objects can never get…
Investing in the Past Brings Dividends to the Future
Antiquities can be the perfect blend of a hobby an excellent way to diversify one’s portfolio.
Bronze Dancer Statuette
A wonderful example of Hellenistic Realism, this bronze sculpture depicts a street dancer who appears to be suffering from some type of deformity or illness. We see the artist taking extreme care to capture the details. We can see clearly the energetic movements of the dancer. It is difficult to gauge the age of the…
2009 International Fine Art and Antique Fair
The International Fine Art and Antique Dealers Show is coming this autumn. The New York Times describes one antique at the Phoenix Ancient Art booth as “a bigger-than-life ancient Roman sculpture of a muscular man’s torso smoothly carved from green basalt anchors the Phoenix Ancient Art booth.” Other beautiful, rare and unique artworks on view…
Owning Ancient Art-A Privilege and a Responsibility
Ali Aboutaam, along with his brother Hicham, of Phoenix Ancient Art are committed to bringing beautiful art objects of past ages to as many people as possible.
Antiquities in the News
- Positive turnout for Chimney Rock National Monument meeting - Pagosa Springs Sun May 17, 2012Positive turnout for Chimney Rock National Monument meetingPagosa Springs SunYet, it was Sherman who pushed, and had backing from the majority of the audience, for designation through process of the Antiquities Act. The reason for the use of the Antiquities Act would be the hope of speeding up the legislative process.Editorial: Chimney Rock deserves to be a […]
- Readorama: Author's workshop will boost local preservation efforts - Kansas City Star May 17, 2012Kansas City StarReadorama: Author's workshop will boost local preservation effortsKansas City StarSeveral of Steve Berry's historical thrillers involve antiquities long missing or seemingly impossible to find. One concerns a search for the lost Library of Alexandria; another involves efforts to locate Alexander the Great's tomb. […]
- Bill aims to enable agencies to track citizens' every move - Ynetnews May 17, 2012Bill aims to enable agencies to track citizens' every moveYnetnewsThe new legislation would grant the Antiquities Authority, the Nature and Parks Authority and the Environmental Protection Ministry, among others, permission to tap Israelis' phones and computers. The bill aims to amend a law from 2007 that regulates ...'Police State Powers […]
- Iraq battle pits oil against antiquities - AFP May 17, 2012AFPIraq battle pits oil against antiquitiesAFPQais Rashid, head of the Supreme Board of Antiquities and Heritage, said the oil ministry drilled to extend a pipeline that runs about 1.5 kilometres (0.9 miles) in length, to transport petroleum products through the archaeological site of Babylon.Hanging by a thread: Babylon World Wonder at risk from oilRTall 6 […]
- Iraq Battle Pits Oil against Antiquities - Naharnet May 17, 2012NaharnetIraq Battle Pits Oil against AntiquitiesNaharnetQais Rashid, head of the Supreme Board of Antiquities and Heritage, said the oil ministry drilled to extend a pipeline that runs about 1.5 kilometers (0.9 miles) in length, to transport petroleum products through the archaeological site of Babylon.and more » […]
- Positive turnout for Chimney Rock National Monument meeting - Pagosa Springs Sun May 17, 2012