Statuette of the genie La Balafre, Bactrian, end of 3rd to the start of 2nd millenium BC. Artist: Unknown

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Statuette of the genie La Balafre (the scarred one), Bactrian, end of 3rd to the start of 2nd millenium BC. The genie's body is covered with snake scales. The scar symbolises a destructive ritual. From the collection at The Louvre.

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Photo credit: © © CM Dixon/Heritage Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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