Babylonian Terracotta Panel Half Bull Half Man - TL'd
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Description
Ancient Near East, Sumeria or Babylon, ca. 2nd to 1st millennium BCE. A well-preserved ceramic panel depicting a standing half man, half bull figure, probably a Lamassu, a protective deity. Details of the figure's body, including hooves, tail, and face with headdress are nicely preserved. The figure stands rampant, holding a tall, cylindrical staff. This was probably once part of a larger scene, perhaps one depicting the Lamassu alongside a deity, as the rampant version of the figure is often seen on cylinder seals. Pottery plaques are one of the lasting art forms from ancient Mesopotamia and give us a glimpse into religious practices and what people valued; they were often kept in the home, perhaps on a personal altar. Size: 2.7" W x 5.25" H (6.9 cm x 13.3 cm)
This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full report will accompany purchase.
Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection
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#119328
This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full report will accompany purchase.
Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#119328
Condition
Losses to feet and edges. Nicely preserved details. TL drill hole on the back of the piece.
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Babylonian Terracotta Panel Half Bull Half Man - TL'd
Estimate $1,000 - $1,500
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