C. 3000 BC. Western Asia. Anatolian alabaster idol of the type known as “violin-shaped” with conical head, vestigial shoulders and pear-shaped body. This beautiful item represents a stylised human figure, probably a deity, and reflects ancient religious beliefs in Western Asia. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:127mm / W:60mm ; 175g ; Provenance: From the important collection of a London doctor A.R; passed by descent to his son; formerly acquired the 1990s on the UK art market.