{"product_id":"anatolian-stargazer-figurine","title":"Anatolian Stargazer Figurine, Ancient Turkey Female Figure Statue","description":"\u003ch2\u003eScience Fiction Meets Ancient Turkey | Anatolian Stargazer Figurine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe female form reminds one of an interstellar alien depicted in today's modern films. Between 3300 and 2000 BC, a highly developed culture flourished along the west coast of \u003cstrong\u003eAnatolia (in contemporary Turkey)\u003c\/strong\u003e and the nearby Cyclades islands. The area was relatively densely populated and was home to numerous fortified settlements that were prosperous due to the burgeoning sea trade. One of the most important aspects of this early cultures was its sculpture, usually executed in the \u003cstrong\u003ewonderful white marble\u003c\/strong\u003e that was plentiful locally. The stylized female figures appeal to us most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe almost futuristic Kiliya type figurines, named after the first place they were found in Anatolia, are called \u003cstrong\u003eStargazers \u003c\/strong\u003edue to their upturned gaze. Little is known about the meaning of these female figures. Owing to their decorations they might be fertility figurines. However, many were also found in cemeteries where they may have had a ceremonial function. Important artists such as Hepworth, Moore, Picasso and Modigliani were inspired by this entirely unique style of sculpture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale Geometric Nude Figure replica after original from Anatolia, Ancient Turkey (Kiliya type, 3300-2500 BC).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the \u003cstrong\u003eParastone 3D Mouseion Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e of museum collectibles. Comes with description card. (PN ANA02)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from white resin to look like pristine marble. Black metal base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 6.5 in H x 2 in W x 2.75 in D. Weighs 13 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Is It Called a Stargazer Statue?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe almost futuristic Kiliya type figurines are named after the first place they were found in Anatolia. We call them \u003cstrong\u003eStargazers\u003c\/strong\u003e because of their upturned gaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle is known about the meaning of these female figures. Their decoration suggests they might be fertility figurines. Many were also found in cemeteries, where they may have served a ceremonial role. Each Anatolian Stargazer figurine hints at rituals we can only imagine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAncient Anatolian Female Figure That Inspired Modern Masters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHepworth, Moore, Picasso and Modigliani were inspired by this entirely unique style of sculpture. Its clean lines and simple geometry still feel modern. This Cycladic figurine replica looks right at home on a bookshelf, desk, or mantel. It also makes a thoughtful gift for collectors, teachers, and stargazers of every kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnatolian Stargazer figurine, a female geometric nude replica after the original from ancient Turkey (Kiliya type, 3300-2500 BC).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the \u003cstrong\u003eParastone 3D Mouseion Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e of museum collectibles. Comes with description card. (PN ANA02)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from white resin to look like pristine marble. Black metal base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 6.5 in H x 2 in W x 2.75 in D. Weighs 13 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more replicas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/collections\/parastone-museum-replicas\"\u003eParastone Museum Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor More Reading\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/toah\/hd\/ecyc\/hd_ecyc.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEarly Cycladic Art and Culture, The Metropolitan Museum of Art\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Parastone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16730082822,"sku":"ANA02","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/0537\/files\/ANA02-anatolian-stargazer-1-1080sqr.jpg?v=1791313029","url":"https:\/\/www.museumize.com\/products\/anatolian-stargazer-figurine","provider":"Museumize.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}