Category Archives: Antiquities
Sabaean Alabaster Head of a Dignitary at Phoenix Ancient Art
This piece comes from the Sabaean (South Arabian) period during the 2nd-1st century B.C. It stands 23 centimeters high and is whole with its brake at the nape of the neck. The head is oblong and green-beige in color with … Continue reading
Phoenix Ancient Art Galleries
For antique lovers around the world, few locations compare to Phoenix Ancient Art. With two galleries, one in Geneva (pictured here), and one in New York, Phoenix Ancient Art is run by antique dealers and brothers Ali Aboutaam and Hicham Aboutaam. … Continue reading
New Additions at Phoenix Ancient Art
Phoenix Ancient Art, owned by brothers Hicham Aboutaam and Ali Aboutaam, is constantly updating their offerings. One of their more recent additions is the Anatolian or Syrian Idol of the Steatopygic type. From the 6th Millennium B.C. in Syrian or … Continue reading
Ali Aboutaam Sees Economic Recovery Growing
Ali and Hicham Aboutaam of Phoenix Ancient Art were pleased with last year’s results and are looking forward to an even better year at the upcoming fair. Continue reading
Bronze Age Gems from Phoenix Ancient Art
Phoenix Ancient Art sells antiquities from many different eras throughout history, including the Dark Ages. This article talks about the Visigothic lyre-shaped belt buckle from this time period. Continue reading
PHOENIX ANCIENT ART GALLERY HIGHLIGHT
Plastic Vessel in the shape of a Monkey’s head. Apulian, 4th Century B.C. Height: 3 5/16” Diameter of Base: 21/16” Monkeys did not exist in the art of Greece, but they can be found in the art of Magna Graecia, … Continue reading
Phoenix Ancient Art and Hellenistic Period
Discussion on art in the Hellenistic Period with a specific emphasis on one of the pieces, a Bronze figure of Serapis seated on a throne, sold by Phoenix Ancient Art. Continue reading
New Face of Antiquities
Antiquing today has certainly changed from years gone by. Many antique galleries, such as Phoenix Ancient Art, owned by Ali and Hicham Aboutaam, used to be appointment-only galleries. Now, their offices are open to the public and welcoming to all. … Continue reading
Early Greek Figurines
Should you be looking for a beautiful example of Early Greek antiques, this “Psi” idol from Phoenix Ancient Art is an outstanding choice. Decorated by hand with brownish red paint, this statue represents a woman with arms uplifted and a … Continue reading
A Mycenaean Terracotta Cup
The Mycenaean Terracotta Cup is an exceptional example of Early Greek antiques. Available through the Phoenix Ancient Art galleries, owned by Ali Aboutaam and Hicham Aboutaam, this one-handled cup includes delicately painted spirals. The cup is made of a fine … Continue reading