Ancient stone Idol Scythian culture Early Iron Age 7th-3rd centuries BC

Description: Ancient stone idol of the Scythian culture 7th-3rd centuries BC Characteristics: Material - stone; Dimensions - 20.0*4.8*4.5 cm; Figure weight - 792 grams You get exactly what you see in the photo. Great item from my personal figurine collection Stone idols of the Scythian culture are unique historical artifacts that reflect the art and worldview of the ancient tribes that inhabited the steppes of the Northern Black Sea region, the Caucasus and Central Asia in the 7th-3rd centuries BC. These sculptures, carved from durable rocks, were used for religious and ritual purposes, symbolizing the connection with the divine and the spirits of ancestors. Main characteristics: • Material: Natural stone (sandstone, limestone or granite). • Design: Anthropomorphic figures, hand-made, with characteristic facial features, pose and symbolic details. • Details: • Often depict men with weapons (swords, daggers) or women with jewelry (amulets, necklaces). • Ornaments and patterns reflecting Scythian symbolism are possible. • Sizes: Vary from small (about 20 cm) to large monuments (2-4 m). Advantages: • Authentic piece of ancient history. • High artistic and cultural value. • Ideal for collectors, museums or for decorating spaces in an ethnic style. Use: • Exhibition pieces for museums and galleries. • Element of private antique collections. • Decorative object for interiors and gardens. • Symbolic gift for connoisseurs of ancient history and art. Each product is unique, which makes it not just an interior item, but also a significant part of cultural heritage. Scythian culture Scythian culture is a culture of nomadic tribes that inhabited the steppe territories of Eurasia from the 7th century BC to the 3rd century AD. The main area of Scythian settlement covered the territories of the modern Black Sea region, the North Caucasus, Eastern Europe and the southern Urals. Scythian culture is an important part of world history due to its influence on the development of the steppe peoples and neighboring civilizations. Main features: 1. Art of the "animal style": A characteristic element of Scythian art is the image of animals and their elements in motion (eagles, lions, griffins, deer). These images were used as decoration for weapons, household items and ritual objects. 2. Religious ideas: Idols and symbols associated with the worship of natural forces and deities occupied an important place in the culture. Stone sculptures, similar to the presented figurine, could be part of rituals. 3. Kurgans: The Scythians are known for their burials in the form of kurgans, which contained rich burial gifts: gold jewelry, weapons, horse harnesses and other items. 4. Lifestyle: The Scythians were nomads, engaged in cattle breeding, hunting and crafts. Their carts and dwellings, convenient for movement, are examples of adaptation to the nomadic lifestyle. 5. Influence on neighbors: The Scythians actively contacted the ancient Greeks, Persians and other peoples. Due to this, their culture included elements of exchange and borrowing. Significance: The Scythian culture became the basis for the formation of other peoples of the steppe Eurasia. Its elements have been preserved in the traditions of many modern peoples, and artifacts found by archaeologists, such as jewelry, weapons and sculptures, testify to the high level of craftsmanship and originality of this ancient civilization. !!!!!!!! BE SURE TO VIEW MY ITEMS !!!!!!!. I hope you find a lot of interesting things FOR YOU WHEN PURCHASING MULTIPLE ITEMS IT IS POSSIBLE TO COMBINE DELIVERY!!! Delivery: After receiving payment I ship within 1-3 days. In very rare cases, order processing may take up to a maximum of 7 working days! International shipping takes 11-23 days (sometimes longer depending on country). Return policy: You can return the item within 30 days if you are not satisfied. Contact me via E-bay for return instructions. Feedback: Customer satisfaction is my goal. For any reason you are not satisfied with your purchase, please let us know and we will make every effort to resolve the issue. I appreciate your positive feedback and will do the same in return. Do not leave negative feedback without contacting me first. Please allow a maximum of 2 business days for me to respond. THANK YOU FOR VISITING MY STORE! I wish you a happy shopping experience!

Price: 2499 USD

Location: Odessa

End Time: 2025-01-30T23:39:30.000Z

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