Description:

Ancient Near East, Syria, Syrian culture or early Syro-Hittite, ca. 15th to 13th century BCE. A hand-built pottery head of an idol, perhaps a worshipper, that is of considerable size for this type of figure. Bulging eyes are surmounted by sweeping brows while a prominent nose is centered on the face, and each ear still bears remains of several decorative 'piercings.' The tall and elaborate headdress perhaps suggests that this figure was a priest or somehow involved with the religious ceremonies taking place. Size: 2.125" W x 2.75" H (5.4 cm x 7 cm); 4.2" H (10.7 cm) on included custom stand.

This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) analysis and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full printed and bound report is available to the buyer upon request.

Please note: items from Syria are not eligible for international shipping due to the US embargo on Syria.

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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#175342

  • Condition: Fragment of a larger composition as shown. Minor abrasions and earthen deposits, with small chips around neckline, otherwise in excellent condition. Great preservation to finer details! TL drill holes on bottom and back of left side.

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