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A Large Eye Idol

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Large Terracotta Eye Idol, Tell Brak, Syria, c. 3300 BC: Large Terracotta Eye Idol, Tell Brak, Syria, c. 3300 B.C.Conical in shape, hollow body, with two large circles at the top representing the eyes. The surface covered with a thick layer of earth patinat

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Syrian Tel Brak Alabaster Eye Idol: Ancient Near East, Tel Brak, modern day Syria, Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3000 BCE. Hand-carved using drills and string cutting from a creamy alabaster, this is one of the most famous artifacts fro

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Near Eastern, ca. 2500 B.C.
Dimensions: Height 6 4/5 in. (17.2 cm.)
Provenance: Ex: Early Connecticut private collection formed in the 1960's; Ex: NY Gallery showcase of Eye Idols, 2014.
Condition Report: Intact. Minor surface abrasions.
In ancient times, Tell Brak was considered an international city. It was home to several civilizations over the centuries, including the Sumerians, Babylonians, Akkadians and the Mittani’s. The city was finally abandoned in c.2000 BC.

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A Large Eye Idol

Name: A Large Eye Idol
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Price: 1200 USD
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