*A LARGE WESTERN ASIAN MARBLE SCULPTOR MODEL IDOL. Bactria, 2nd Millennium BCE Dim. H. 30 x L. 24 x prof. 13 cm Provenance Estate of a European Ancient Dealer, acquired prior 2001 on the French market Then by descent French cultural passport 041149, 10/08/2001 Inspired by the form of Bactrian composite idols made of chlorite and calcite, the body features a minimalist design. A hollow "Y"-shaped groove runs from the top of the neck down to the base, evoking a schematic representation of the neck and legs.The back with with a shallow slot/groove carved which divided the side in two equal parts. For Swiss buyers, VAT applies to the hammer price and buyer's premium (only for the lots with the * mention)