A rare Assyrian terracotta libation vessel in the form of a siren (mermaid). The vessel is intact, remnants of its original silver glaze present in areas, particularly on right side and front, a very beautiful piece.
Dating to the Neo-Assyrian period, circa 7th-6th century BC, Mesopotamia.
A Beautiful Assyrian chalcedony intaglio depicting a genie holding a acorn and a bucket, surmounted by a eagle (symbol of protection and good fortune). Set into modern 18ct gold as a pendant.
Dating to the Neo-Assyrian period circa 911-612 BC.
Neo-Assyrian / Neo-Babylonian white chalcedony stone cylinder seal, ca. 800-700 B.C., Mesopotamia. Depicts a standing worshipper in front of an altar, with stars in the field and fish along base. 7/8"L (2.22 cm), in excellent condition.
Under the Assyrian kings Tiglath-pileser III and Sargon II, the entire Near East fell under the conquests of the Assyrian empire. Assyria's conquests included northern Egypt, Babylon, Israel, Judea, and Palestine. Though atrocity and terrorism struck unspeakable fear into Assyria's subjects, Assyria's success was actually due to sophisticated, farsighted, and effective military and government organization. Assyria dominated the Near East for over 200 years until an alliance between Babylon and t... Click for details
