Early South Arabian Alabaster Sculpture

2nd century A. D., an intact and highly polished schematic carving of a standing feline with inlaid eyes, the animal's features outlined with minimal detail. A small drilled hole is in the center of her back.

5.25 x 6 in.

Sotheby's Antiquities Sale, Lot 37, June 5, 1961. Original catalogue and invoice included.

Most South Arabian alabaster sculptures on the market are, unlike this one, fragmentary.

Chipping to ears; overall pleasing old surfaces.

$2,000 - 3,000