From the ancient Near East, Tel Brak, modern day Syria, Middle Uruk Period, ca. 3700 to 3500 BCE. This is an authentic carved stone figure with flat body surmounted by two well defined incised eyes. These idols were used for dedication to an all seeing god who watched over the populations of early Mesopotamia. They have been excavated from a building we call the Eye Temple; many are incised with multiple sets of eyes and other have "children" -- smaller eyes and body carved on the body of the larger idol. Wide eyes meant attentiveness to the gods in Mesopotamian art. Includes custom stand. Size: 1.8" W x 1.15" H (4.6 cm x 2.9 cm; 46 mm x 29.2 mm).

Provenance: Ex-English Private Collection, Ex German Art market and legally exported into the USA.

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The piece has a small repair to the top of one eye that is very difficult to see; it is otherwise intact with wear; the shape is clear.