Description:

Ancient Near East, northwestern Iran, Amlash, ca. early 1st millennium BCE. A lovely, hand-built earthenware sculpture depicting 2 seated musicians - one playing a double flute and the other a circular percussion instrument. Crowned by conical headdresses, both figures present endearing visages comprised of applied bold features. Clearly the ancients enjoyed their music as much as we do today - whether it was played for ceremonial purposes or entertainment. Size: 4" W x 5.9" H (10.2 cm x 15 cm); 6.2" H (15.7 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Marysville, California, USA collection; ex-Artemis Gallery, Louisville, Colorado, USA, November 8, 2018, lot 39; ex-East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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#171144

  • Condition: Losses to rear legs. Expected surface wear commensurate with age. A few stable fissures to lower section. Earthen and mineral deposits grace the surface.

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