Antique Idols

Anthropomorphic idol sculpted from green stone made in the Saharan desert in the 3rd -2nd Century

Still standing, these two idols are in the Asakusa Temple. Mounted on card.

Bull Dog Fallen Idol. Watercolour on paper. This watercolour painting on paper aptly named Fallen

as votive offerings, thus the reason we consider them as idols. There are two types of Mycenaean

Bull Dog Fallen Idol. Watercolour on paper. This watercolour painting on paper aptly named Fallen

The adoration of the idol Amida in a Temple in Tokyo in Japan - Idol cult / Devil worship by the

they once starred or cheered or found a furtive first love? Picture myself as a young matinee idol. Or

l'Emp. Taykosama au Japon.' (Temple of the idol Toranga in Japan - Temple of the idol Canon in the city

moon idols, were symbolically used as well for religious purposes and ceremonies. Our rare example

ivory idols. The concept was reintroduced and made famous by Gory and other sculptors, such as Demetre

beginning in the century 800 BC in the creation of gold and ivory idols. The concept was reintroduced and

aesthetics. Using objects such as this idol, he sought to capture both the intrigue and beauty of this exotic

in the world (China, Japan, America, Europe). The engravings show temples, idols, service-dress and

This plate shows Japanese idols, a pagoda, Persian slaughter of a camel, temples etc. Extremely

most of the prints popular actors served as models to show the firemen's coats. They were the idols of

Marriage ceremonies in Japan. The extensive key identifies the bride and groom, idols, musicians

Babylon condemned Abraham to the stake as he opposed himself to the cult of idols, which was practiced in

Indianen [...] (right part).' - (Left side: Terrible images of Indian Idols, in pagodes placed on all road

two african fertitly idols originating from Benin, mounted on wooden bases

A Bactrian stone 'bag' idol. Alongside column and staff idols these intriguing objects belong to

A Bactrian stone 'bag' idol. Alongside column and staff idols these intriguing objects belong to

A carved limestone ovoid or aniconic idol with distinctive hole to the narrow end. 10.3 kg, 22cm (8

A carved alabaster ovoid or aniconic idol with distinctive hole to the narrow end. 10.3 kg, 22cm (8

anthropomorphic idol from the Kusura type with incrustation. Kusura is a village in modern Southeast Turkey and is

Bactrian marble column idol, circa 3000-2000 BC. It has an elegant tapering form with a undeep

that these Camay also were used as idols in homes to ensure safety and good fortune and a

A simular pair of Bactrian marble column idols, circa 3000-2000 BC. They have a elegant tapering

A pair of carved limestone ovoid or aniconic idol with distinctive holes to the narrow end. Lovely

Jean Charlot "Idol" Framed Lithograph C.1933 Plate signed lithograph Dimensions 6.75" wide 8.75

Bactrian marble column idol, circa 3000-2000 BC. It has a elegant tapering form with a undeep

This enigmatic piece depicts a seated female with striking abstract features. Though its original function is now unknown, it likely has its roots in the religious traditions of pre-...

remains which still is being researched today. Apart from beautiful metal objects a lot of stone idols

function of marble idols found in the Bactria-Margiana complex. All tough some think they are weights to

remains which still is being researched today. Apart from beautiful metal objects a lot of stone idols

Chinese deities and idols. Depicted are their God of Immortality, Ninifo, Kin-Gan, Chin-Hoan, Lincing

thought to be idols of mother nature. The woman as the source of all life.... This compelling little

religious processions with men carrying idols, a typical scenes from the Meenakshi Amman temple in southern

incorporated in these idols is still present.

with a religious processions with men carrying idols, a typical scenes from the Meenakshi Amman temple

area. During the Ming Dynasty, he was exiled to the dynasty's idol, and he still plays an important

bronze artefacts a lot of stone objects were found. Especially the marble idols are well known and

Description: Antique print, titled: 'The Idol Bodhe.' This plate shows Vishnu incarnated as the

religious processions with men carrying idols, a typical scenes from the Meenakshi Amman temple in southern

. Neolithic period, Hongshan culture (circa 4700-2900 BC) Likely a fertility idol showing a female with

Greek linearity: "Phidias became my idol again" the artist said in a letter dated September 25, 1839, to

, resting an axe on his shoulder. This depicts the story of prophet Ibrahim who destroyed the false idols

beautifully repousse' decorated with a religious processions with men carrying idols, a typical scenes from

promoted his influence all over Europe, leading Goethe to describe him as "the idol of all dilettanti". His

Goethe to describe him as "the idol of all dilettanti". His designs for the works of Homer (published in

idols, affirming humbly that, despite her noble lineage, she was but a servant of the Lord. Enraged

the passion of the saint. Indeed, Saint George was martyred for refusing to sacrifice to pagan idols

him to worship his idols, just as he had done with his brother. . Faced with the saint's refusal, the

we have seen one other example with very similar losses. These losses include the head of the idol

A Bactrian marble idol circa late 2nd to 1st millenium BCE. The Bactrian culture was discovered by

A Bactrian stone 'bag' idol. Alongside column and staff idols these intriguing objects belong to

A Bactrian biconvex stone idol. Alongside column and staff idols these intriguing objects belong to

Diquis Idol , Costa Rica , carved volcanic stone Anthropomorphic figure Provenance : Private

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A French faux bois table from the mid-20th century. This occasional table from France has a 29" round-shaped concrete top above a whimsically designed in faux bois fashion, lending i...

This is a fine, heavily patinated example of a Han hu wine storage vessel, buried for the afterlife. The compressed globular body narrows to a slender waisted neck, covered with a da...

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