500 Bc

They are the Comedy and Tragedy masks that were worn in ancient Greece during the golden age, around 500 – 300 BC, and are paired together to show the two extremes of the human psyche.

Terracotta buffalo, Proto-Austroasiatic civilisation, circa 500 BC. Terracotta buffalo, Neolithic, circa 500 BC, Proto - Austro Asian civilisation (ancestors of the Mons and Khmers)...

A weighty billon stater from the city of Mytilene on the island of Lesbos, circa 500 BC. The obverse with two confronting calf heads, in profile, an olive tree behind.

Silver stater from Kaulonia, Bruttium, circa 525-500 BC. The obverse with a nude cult statue of Apollo, wearing diadem and carrying a laurel branch in his right hand, a small run...

Greek bronze Illyrian Helmet Archaic period, circa 500-500 BC. Hammered from sheet-bronze, of domed form, with two parallel ribs to the bowl, a straight visor, two raised parallel ...

This petite ceramic vessel was made by an artisan of the Chupícuaro culture, which was settled in Guanajuanto, Mexico from 500 BC-300 AD. Exhibiting a rich patina, the bowl's surface...

Roman soldiers were part of the Roman army throughout the duration of Ancient Rome, from the Roman Kingdom (to c. 500 BC) to the Roman Republic (500–31 BC) and the Roman Empire (31 B...

Chupicuaro's influence in the Valley of México is evidenced by large amounts of petite and highly adorned figurines as well as numerous polychrome vessels. 500 BC - 300 AD 2" ...

A pair of ancient stone carved feet on a plinth, fragment of a deity or fertility figure. Exquisite carving and patina. A highly collectable antiquity. Provenance: Acquired circ...

The title explained by the artists: "Tegn på solen is an ancient symbol of the sun from around 800 to 500 BC. It is the sun cross (Hjulkors) in the Nordic region."

Military invasions from Russia and Europe have influenced Kurdish culture as early as 500 BC when Cyrus the Great launched a large-scale incursion into the region.

A ram head figurine was found in the Tsauni Mine in Nigeria. It dates to about 500 BC. The skins of rams dyed red made a covering for the Tent of Meeting (Ex. 26:14).

An Etruscan terracotta frieze fragment, dating to around 500 BC. 
 A striking work of archaic art showing a muscular lioness leaping onto her prey; a large, powerfully built bull.

A ancient Greek Cypriot pottery bowl Buff pottery of globular form with pointed small base with painted bands of colour Early Iron age C 1000 500 BC approx. height 14 cm Conditi...

Group of three ancient Cypriot/Greek iron age geometric period pottery vessels - one larger amphora & two oinochoe (or wine jug), dating to circa 750-500 BC. Measurements: Larg...

The hand carved stone “Shaman’s” Mask, possibly Tsagaglal or she who watches a popular ancient Columbia river icon, dates to 500 BC-500 AD, The effigy carved from a boulder in th...

Trio of Pre-Columbian Foot Vessels, West Mexico The first is a reddish brown pottery shoe vessel from the Chipicuaro culture (ca. 500 BC – 300 AD) with a burnished surface and a wid...

Ipsens Enke, produced between 1870 and 1890 as an interpretation of ancient Greek black-figure vases dating from 600–500 BC. The vase is hand-decorated in the classical black-figure...

Another example of a Griffin is a small golden jewellery set of eight centimetres in height, derived from the Ziwiyeh of Kurdistan, dating back to the fifth century BC. Griffin in t...

Terracotta head of the dying warrior of the frontons of Egina late 19th century Italy Measures: Height 23 cm Width 25 cm Length 33 cm Weight 5 kg Historical period between 500 and 48...

Terracotta head of the dying warrior of the frontons of Egina late 19th century Italy Measures: Height 23 cm Width 25 cm Length 33 cm Weight 5 kg Historical period between 500 ...

Etruscan black figure amphora depicting three galloping centauri,  circa 500 – 470 BC. Attributed to the circle of the Micali Painter.

Jeremiah warned the people of Israel (approx 500 years BC) that ill fortune would ensue if they did not mend their ways.

Amphora with a distinctive concave neck, flattened shoulder, ovoid body tapering down, echinus foot and three-ribbed ribbon handles attached vertically between the neck and the shoul...

Circa 500 BC carved and painted Cedarwood Anubis statue crafted around the Late Period of Ancient Egyptian history on a later stand.

This warrior's armor including a crested helmet and shin guards or greaves protecting his muscular legs is typical of that employed by the powerful Etruscan hoplite army during the S...

Designed in the early 19th century Grecian fashion with the frames enriched with twisted reeds and carved paterae and legs scrolled to evoke ancient Greek 'Klismos' chairs, introduce...

Ancient carved limestone 17 inch statue of an attendant holding a tablet from Egypt or Iraq, created between 500-800 BC. The piece shows evidence of repairs at neck and thighs of the...

A charming, miniature blackware bowl with incised decoration, iconic of early Bronze Age pottery production on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus. The simple banding and geometric de...

Oinochoe Ancient Greece, 4th century BC Pottery 20 cm height. Condition: In good condition. Provenance: Private collection, France. The oinochoe was one of the most characteris...

Kylix Greek, Attic 470–450 BC Pottery 22 cm long between handles; 4.8 cm high and 16 cm diameter. Condition: Good state of preservation. A break line has been professionally res...

Pre Columbian  Calima vessel Colombia ancient South America  A Calima vessel featuring double spouted stirrup vessel with incised design in red clay   Calima circa 200 BC- 400 AD Col...

Circa 1800-1830 Greco-Roman Revival Deep Terracotta Bowl, by del Vecchio pottery, Naples. Grand Tour collector piece; red figure decoration. The del Vecchio family pottery specialize...

Provenance Private collection, Miklos Bokor (Budapest, 1927 - Paris, 2019), Paris, France. Documents - Attached is thermoluminescence test. At the end of the 4th century BC, a styl...

Classical early hollow terra cotta Greek/Roman bust sourced from the original Samuel Banks 18th century historical homestead in Bedford, NY. Official date of manufacture unknown--pos...

Black Glazen column krater, mid-4th century BC, Apulia. With broad avoid body on a short echinus foot and thick mouth. The two handles form loops around the shoulders. Resembling t...

Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...

American Machine Age "Guardsman" desk lamp, designed in 1936 by Bert A. Dickerson for Faries Manufacturing Company of Decatur, Illinois.  The lamp features a mushroom shade that rest...

Crafted with reclaimed wood in a medium warm chestnut brown finish, this console will add a timeless look to any space. With its abundance of drawers, it serves as an excellent entry...

Elegant 'Datura' flower vase in very good vintage condition. Inspired by the striking datura flower which was a favourite of Constance Sprys. Designed in the 1930s by the famous Brit...

This is an antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement carved pine faux bamboo daybed. It would also make a great pair of twin headboards. The cushion is a custom cushion in a neutral flax ...

This somewhat rare South Italian ceramic vessel is called a nestoris, or two handled wine jar. The obverse is decorated with a seated youth wearing a tunic, pilos helmet and high lac...

Provenance: With Charles Ede Limited, London, 1998 UK private collection acquired from the above in 2000 The Ancient Greek red-figured hydria (water jar) is from Apulia in the Gree...

This impressive Classical Greek red-figure pottery krater originates from Athens and dates to the time of Pericles and The Parthenon. Such vessels were used for mixing wine at the sy...

The Classical Greek amphora with glossy black glaze and elegantly twisted handles. Depicting on one side an Athenian youth resting on a staff and wearing a himation with his right a...

This small but superbly painted Neck Amphora is attributed to the Light-Make Class. It's central scene is decorated with an armored hoplite wearing greaves and a Corinthian helmet. H...

French Art Deco tapestry France, circa 1970s Handwoven Signed: Bleynie.

A finely crafted Ancient Apulian Magna Graecia Bell Krater, dating to c. 350 BC, used as a wine mixing bowl in classical antiquity. This red-figure pottery vessel features twin handl...