Bronze Sabaean Bull Head

Bronze bull head

A rare Sabaean bronze bull head.

Cast around a solid terracotta core the naturalistically modelled head has grooved eyebrows and neck, recessed nostrils, small erect ears and eyes with dark stone inlays, the pupils drilled. The forehead is also recessed with a small circle above a crescent, symbolic of the bull’s connection with the moon god. The long upward curving horn remains intact (left), restored (right) horn. A loop for suspension or attachment on top of the head. A very Strong and imposing piece.Powerful, enigmatic, and deeply expressive, this is a commanding piece that speaks to the strength and spiritual significance of the bull in Sabaean culture.

REFERENCE #
SI_SA_1018

CIVILIZATION SABAEAN,

CIRCA 200 B.C. – 100 B.C.

SIZE

H.16 cm

CONDITION

Fine condition

(Right Horn Restored)

PRICE
$45,000

PROVENANCE

Christies 23.3.71 Property of a Gentleman, from Al-Jubah to the south of Marib

Private collection UK, acquired late 1960s