A SYRO-HITTITE TERRACOTTA STANDING FEMALE FIGURE, Ca. early 2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
Of stylized form with broad shoulders, her hands held to her waist, wearing applied necklaces and earrings, an elaborate headdress with hair falling in tresses onto the shoulder, mounted on custom stand. A very fine example in near-choice condition save small chip to rear of base.
6 5/8 in. (17 cm.) high. ... Click for details
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.
