Early Islamic Bone Spindle Whorls asmatpeople and throughout the Near East

and throughout the Near East and Central Asia

hands brought together before the torso in a gesture that suggests alert

Its bold geometric patterns and masterful craftsmanship make it an exceptional testament to the ingenuity of Pre-Columbian pottery

the vivid tones remain striking

Tupus were typically worn in pairs

Early Islamic Bone Spindle Whorls asmatpeople and throughout the Near EastNishapur, c. 8001100 AD, North East Iran A rare and captivating set of three carved bone spindle whorls, each elegantly formed in barrel and ribbed tubular shapes, their surfaces adorned with finely incised linear and geometric decoration. Subtle natural pink hues enrich the surface, imbuing these utilitarian objects with warmth and character. Once mounted on spindles, they were indispensable tools for spinning thread. Excavated at Nishapura