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Phoenix Ancient Art Showcasing a Belt with Heracles Knot
Next month, Phoenix Ancient Art is privileged to be part of the Biennale des Antiquaires in Paris at the Grand Palais from September 15-22, 2010. As Hicham Aboutaam, co-owner of Phoenix Ancient Art with his brother Ali Aboutaam, explained “We … Continue reading
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
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
New Discovery in Egypt
Certainly, for antique dealers like Hicham Aboutaam and Ali Aboutaam from Phoenix Ancient Art, archeological finds are always of interest. These news stories are often of interest to many regular people as well, as they reveal a fascinating history and … 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
Shopping for antiques can be difficult.
For an understanding as to art from the ancient world, it is worthwhile to start off by simply taking in some of the information available – whether from printed materials, lectures, or even simply take a walk around galleries.
A good place to start would be Phoenix Ancient Art galleries run by Ali and Hicham Aboutaam. Continue reading