Bidspirit auction | A NEOLITHIC STYLE STONE FEMALE

A NEOLITHIC STYLE STONE FEMALE FIGURINE (VENUS TYPE), POSSIBLY CIRCA 3000–2000 BC. - A carved stone female figurine possibly dating to the Neolithic period, depicting a standing nude figure with exaggerated anatomical features. The form is characterised by prominent breasts, rounded hips, and a simplified head with minimal facial detailing and pronounced ear forms. The figure is worked in a pale mottled stone, with a smooth yet naturally varied surface. The body is compact and stylised, tapering to a narrow base, with arms held close to the torso. Subtle linear detailing to the reverse suggests stylised hair. H: Approximately 13.4cm