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March 2005 Fine Art & Antiques Auction

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6. Danubian Culture Anthropomorphic Figure, Late Neolithic Period, circa 3500 B.C.

Possibly from the Vinca pre-historic settlement of the Danube River. Numerous clay figures have been discovered in this region east of Belgrade, Serbia, suggesting that there was a fertillity cult and shrine as most of the figures are female and this form of worship was common in Agrarian societies. This dark clay standing female figure has incised lines representing garments, traces of red paint and bulging eyes; all distinctive traits of Late Vinca figures. Wide hips and, rounded belly and breasts confirm sex. Protruding nose on a triangular face without a mouth. White pigement, or encrustations throughout. Apprx 4-1/2"T x 2"W.



4,000/6,000   Sold $690.00
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