Near Eastern Terracotta Head of an Iranian Nomad, 1st Millennium BCE

This sculpted terracotta head of an Iranian nomad hails from the Near Eastern region and dates back to the 1st millennium BCE. The piece measures a modest 4.5x2.5x2 cm, illustrating the skillful use o

**Originally Listed At $200** Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, ca. late 2nd to 1st millennium BCE. A pair of black stone scaraboid seals, with the larger pierced for suspension. The larger has an incis

Egypt, Pre-Dynastic Period, Naqada II, ca. 3500 to 3000 BCE; Ancient Near East, perhaps Bactrian, ca. 1st millennium BCE. A striking ensemble of 2 Egyptian and 2 Near Eastern stone mace heads all with

**Originally Listed At $650** Ancient Near East, ca. 2nd millennium BCE. A really delightful ceramic ram, hand-modeled into a sturdy form with four nub-like legs, a thick body, and a proud head atop a

This steatite figure, with an eagle's head atop a human form, is a testament to the Near Eastern melding of the natural world with the divine. Such figures often represented powerful deities and were

This steatite figure, with an eagle's head atop a human form, is a testament to the Near Eastern melding of the natural world with the divine. Such figures often represented powerful deities and were

This steatite figure, with an eagle's head atop a human form, is a testament to the Near Eastern melding of the natural world with the divine. Such figures often represented powerful deities and were

Delicately carved, this 1.8 x 1.7 cm carnelian amulet in the shape of a fish is an exquisite example of ancient craftsmanship from the Near Eastern region. The use of carnelian, known for its vibrant

Delicately carved, this 1.7 x 1 cm carnelian amulet in the shape of a fish is an exquisite example of ancient craftsmanship from the Near Eastern region. The use of carnelian, known for its vibrant co

Delicately carved, this 1.9 x 1.2 cm carnelian amulet in the shape of a fish is an exquisite example of ancient craftsmanship from the Near Eastern region. The use of carnelian, known for its vibrant

This terracotta rattle, possibly from the ancient Near East, dates to the 1st millennium BC. The dimensions are 5.5 cm by 5 cm by 3 cm (approximately 2.17 inches by 1.97 inches by 1.18 inches). The in

Delicately carved, this 2 x 1.4 cm carnelian amulet in the shape of a fish is an exquisite example of ancient craftsmanship from the Near Eastern region. The use of carnelian, known for its vibrant co

An ancient bronze bell from the Near East, dating back to the 1st millennium BCE. This artifact, with intricate carvings and a unique design, was likely used in religious or ceremonial contexts. The b

This lapis lazuli amulet, dimensionally petite at 2 x 1 cm, hails from the Near Eastern region and dates back to the 1st millennium BCE. It displays the intricate artisanship and symbolic importance o

An ancient stone lioness amulet, crafted in the Near East during the 1st millennium BCE, represents the symbolic strength and protection associated with lioness figures in ancient cultures. This compa

Behold this enigmatic lapis lazuli amulet, a striking representation of Near Eastern craftsmanship from the 1st Millennium BCE. Measuring an intimate 1.18 by 0.47 inches, this artifact's deep blue hue

This steatite amulet, carved in the likeness of a vulture, was a potent symbol in the Near East, embodying protection and celestial connection. Such talismans were commonly used in rituals, believed t

A Near Eastern terracotta incense burner, ca. 1st millennium BC: Of good red terracotta, standing on a flat round base, a large cylindrical body with ovoid holes in two registers around the waist, Dim

A collection of 8 Near Eastern terracotta pottery fragments, c. 1st Millennium BC. The largest fragment appears to from a drinking goblet-type vessel, while the others appear to be from smaller cups o

This stone boundary marker, inspired by ancient Near Eastern civilizations of the 1st millennium BCE, features a deeply carved cuneiform inscription. It represents historical land ownership practices,

Behold this striking lapis lazuli scarab amulet from the 1st Millennium BCE, a precious relic of the Near East. Measuring approximately 0.98 by 0.59 inches, the artifact's deep celestial blue, laced w

This recumbent bovine amulet, measuring 5 x 3 cm, hails from the ancient Near East, a region renowned for its rich iconography and symbolic representations in art. Carved in the 1st millennium BCE, th

Crafted from chalcedony, this feline amulet, 2x1.5 cm in size, is a beautiful representation of ancient Near Eastern artistry. The soft translucence of the stone highlights the delicate features and p

This exquisite carnelian stamp seal, measuring a compact 2.8x1.9 cm, is a testament to the artistry of ancient Near Eastern seal carvers. The detailed relief depicts a robed figure in a posture of aut