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THB10th C. Byzantine Medieval Bone Carving Virgin & Child
Lot 101
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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By Artemis Gallery
Mar 9, 2023
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- Lot Description
**Originally Listed At $2000**
Ancient Near East, late Byzantine to early Medieval, ca. 10th to 13th century. A petite, rectangular relief panel, finely carved from bovine bone with a composition depicting the Virgin Hodegetria, both Virgin and Child delineated in half-length, wearing voluminous robes with copious drapery folds, their faces rendered with features that are somewhat static - characteristic of the Byzantine/early Medieval period - their bodies presenting gestures to convey further meaning. In this piece, Mary looks and points her left hand toward the Christ Child who sits upon her lap, returns her gaze, and makes a gesture of benediction. Mother and Child are beautifully framed by an integral columnated lunette. An outstanding piece of religious art, replete with the utmost skill and artistry! Size: 1.75" W x 2.125" H (4.4 cm x 5.4 cm); 4.25" H (10.8 cm) on included custom stand.
According to legend, the Virgin Hodegetia icon restored the eyesight of two blind men - hence, the name Hodegetria, a Greek term meaning, "She who gives sight" or "shows the way". The Virgin holds the Child in her left hand and points toward him with her right, directing the attention of worshippers. The baby Jesus, dressed in a regal himation, gives the benediction while facing his mother (a gesture of honor). In addition to its meaningful religious iconography, the artistry and technique displayed on this piece are quite impressive.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Provenance: ex-Phoenicia Holyland Antiquities, New York, New York, USA; ex-Mr. Khabbazi collection, acquired in November of 1992
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#157284The carving is split down the center as shown, but the composition is still strong. Minute nick to lower left corner of right section (with Christ Child). Expected age wear with nicks, abraded areas, and fissures , but the details of this carving are beyond impressive.Condition
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