Description:

Ancient Near East, northern Syria, Syro-Hittite, ca. 3rd millennium BCE. A fascinating pottery figure of a goddess displaying a stylized form with a bird-like visage. Gazing forth from wide, annular eyes, the avian-esque deity wears an elaborate headdress with prominent side flaps, several thick layered necklaces that hang across her broad shoulders, and a floor-length dress. Her arms are bent at the elbows to resemble flapping wings, while a beak-like pinched nose protrudes out from her petite head. The design of the eyes relates to the ubiquitous motif throughout the ancient Near East that one's eyes must be wide and attentive to show religious devotion. Size: 2.3" W x 5.1" H (5.8 cm x 13 cm)

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

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#175368

  • Condition: Light surface wear as shown, but otherwise intact and excellent with nicely preserved incised detail and wonderful manganese blooms.

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