Bay Numismatics

Online Auction 4  –  5 July 2024

Bay Numismatics, Online Auction 4

Ancient and World Coins and Antiquities

Fr, 05.07.2024, from 6:30 PM CEST
The auction is closed.

Description

These figures, which he calls Sky Observer/Stargezer due to their upward gaze, are referred to as Kilia Type Figurine/Idol in the scientific world. They take this name from the Kilya settlement in Çanakkale, Gallipoli Peninsula, where they were first found.
“…For what purpose were they made, how were they used? According to some, the mother goddess figurines of the Neolithic period are thought to be representatives of the Chalcolithic period (approximately 5300 - 3000), and according to others, they are thought to be related to the fertility culture.

These bronze idol types, with their arms folded at their sides and looking respectfully at the sky, are very rare artifacts.

Weight: 161,5 gr
Diameter: 95,8 mm

Question about this lot?

Bidding

Price realized 240 EUR 1 bid
Starting price 200 EUR
The auction is closed.
Feedback / Support