Parthian Terracotta Medallion with Female Bust
A very fine Parthian terracotta medallion with the depiction of a female bust. Anatomical details are delicately rendered, she is wearing a headpiece and displays a light, enigmatic smile. A frame of decoration runs along the rim and the reverse is flat and unmodeled. The piece comes with an original note from W. G. Professor Lambert. Parthia is the historical region located in north-eastern Iran. Parthian art has a rich art heritage and encompassed a variety of media including architecture, painting, weaving, pottery, calligraphy, metalworking and sculpture. Measurements: 4cm height Provenance: From an important collection, London + Geneva, Switzerland pre 1990's by decent.
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A very fine Parthian terracotta medallion with the depiction of a female bust. Anatomical details are delicately rendered, she is wearing a headpiece and displays a light, enigmatic smile. A frame of decoration runs along the rim and the reverse is flat and unmodeled. The piece comes with an original note from W. G. Professor Lambert. Parthia is the historical region located in north-eastern Iran. Parthian art has a rich art heritage and encompassed a variety of media including architecture, painting, weaving, pottery, calligraphy, metalworking and sculpture. Measurements: 4cm height Provenance: From an important collection, London + Geneva, Switzerland pre 1990's by decent.
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