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Mesopotamian Terracotta Relief Plaque w/ Altar Scene

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Mesopotamian Terracotta Relief Plaque w/ Altar Scene

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Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, ca. late 3rd to early 2nd millennia BCE. A mold-made terracotta plaque with a relief scene of two standing people, shown in profile, making an offering before a large altar. The altar is as tall as the people, and stands on a double column, topped by a large bowl filled with some substance. Both people hold items in their hands that they will be placing upon the altar. Each person has finely detailed clothing, and the altar is also wonderfully detailed. This scene gives us a glimpse to ancient religious practices. Size: 4" W x 2.5" H (10.2 cm x 6.4 cm)

During this time period, the Mesopotamians produced great numbers of clay plaques, many of which survive to this day. They were made for use by private individuals or families in the home, which is where most have been excavated. They are often found broken, probably because their ritual power was no longer needed or had expired.

Provenance: Private Tennessee, USA collection, purchased from Artemis Gallery, January 22, 2018; ex-private East Coast, USA collection

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Condition

Ancient loss to upper corner; small areas of encrustation on surface. Liberal remaining detail.

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Mesopotamian Terracotta Relief Plaque w/ Altar Scene

Name: Mesopotamian Terracotta Relief Plaque w/ Altar Scene
SKU: 168734650
Price: 850 USD
Availability: InStock

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