Parthian (ancient Persian / Iran) Terracotta Green Glazed Amphora, circa 1st Century CE, globular body with wide mouth. 8 1/2" high and in excellent condition.
Parthian (ancient Persian / Iran) Bronze Amphora with Panther Handles. Hammered body with ribbed neck, circa 2nd - 3rd Century CE, 14 1/2" high. In excellent condition.
This is a fine, clay horse and rider figure dating to the early centuries AD. This piece is Parthian, from the eastern fringes of the Roman Empire. It depicts a horse and rider, a popular theme with this culture whom used to engage the Romans on a regular basis in battle.
With solid splayed foot, globular body with encircling underglaze grove on shoulder, cylindrical neck and handle. Circa 1st - 3rd Century. 6" high. Minor chips on lip and encrustations due to age, but in good condition.
