An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Eagle Carving, Middle Bronze Age, c. 2100-1550 BCE

This steatite carving of an eagle from the Middle Bronze Age features the bird, a potent symbol of power and divine protection in Near Eastern cultures. Such carvings were commonly used as amulets or

This steatite feline carving from the Middle Bronze Age reflects the cultural and artistic practices of the Near East. The figure, which emphasizes the muscularity and grace of the animal, likely held

This steatite idol from the Early Bronze Age of the Near East demonstrates the era's distinctive artistic style and religious iconography. Idols like this were likely used in domestic shrines or carri

This exquisite steatite carving of an animal's head, likely representing a guardian or symbolic creature, hails from the early Bronze Age civilizations of the Near East. The intricate detailing and st

Category: Beads and Jewelry Components This steatite cylinder bead features a simplistic dot motif typical of the Early Bronze Age in the Near East. Steatite, a soft stone, was commonly used for small

Category: Beads and Jewelry Components Identical to the previous item, this steatite cylinder bead also showcases the Early Bronze Age's affinity for minimalist designs which carried significant meani

This steatite double-faced stamp seal from the Iron Age reflects the intricate artisanship of the Near Eastern civilizations, possibly from the period of the Middle Assyrian Empire. The seal features

Category: Figurines and Statuettes This steatite idol represents a figurative carving from the ancient Near East, commonly used in religious and ritual contexts. Its detailed portrayal suggests a sign

Category: Figurines and Statuettes This steatite idol represents a figurative carving from the ancient Near East, commonly used in religious and ritual contexts. Its detailed portrayal suggests a sign

Category: Ornaments and Dress Accessories This jade amulet from the Early Bronze Age reflects the Near Eastern traditions of using gemstones not only for their beauty but also for their supposed magic

This stamp seal, dating to the Middle Assyrian period, showcases the evolution of seal design with its geometric and symbolic motifs. Used for marking goods and sealing documents, it reflects the admi

Ancient Near East, Canaan, Middle Bronze Age II, 1900 to 1550 BCE. This is a long, thin ceremonial axe head made of cast bronze and dipped in lead, giving it a very interesting white patina. This styl

This steatite bust head carving from the Neo-Sumerian period (Ur III) exemplifies the artistry of the era, focusing on detailed human features which may represent a deity or a high-ranking individual.

Category: Pendants and Figurines This Late Bronze Age feline figurine amulet, masterfully carved from lapis lazuli, reflects the significant spiritual and decorative uses of such artifacts in the anci

This steatite amulet from the Akkadian Empire features a dot eye carving, a motif often used to ward off the evil eye and protect the wearer. The use of steatite and the stylized eye symbol are indica

Ancient Near East, Holy Land, Judea, Middle Bronze Age, ca. 2100 to 1600 BCE. A hand-built pottery pouring vessel exhibiting an inverted piriform body with a conical base, swollen shoulders beneath a

**First Time At Auction** Ancient Near East, Canaan, the Levant, Middle Bronze Age II, ca. 1900 to 1550 BCE. A beautiful group of two cast-bronze ceremonial axe heads. Each axe is comprised of an ovoi

**First Time At Auction** Ancient Near East, Canaan, the Levant, Middle Bronze Age II, ca. 1730 to 1550 BCE. A fabulous leaded-bronze axe head of a very slender design and rich green patina. The blade

This steatite idol, originating from the Near Eastern region during the Early Bronze Age, around 3000 to 2500 BCE, represents religious or ceremonial significance. The figure, characterized by its sty

This steatite idol, originating from the Near Eastern region during the Early Bronze Age, around 3000 to 2500 BCE, represents religious or ceremonial significance. The figure, characterized by its sty

Ancient Near East, The Levant or Anatolia, ca. 2nd millennium BCE; The Levant, Canaan, Middle Bronze Age, ca. 1900 to 1550 BCE. A great selection of two cast-bronze figures of characteristically styli

Category: Pendants and Figurines Carved from steatite, this amulet depicts a falcon, a symbol of divine protection and power in the ancient Near East. Dating from the Iron Age to the Neo-Assyrian Peri

This cylinder seal from the Neo-Assyrian period is carved from steatite, a material favored for its durability and ease of carving. The intricate engravings likely served both decorative and functiona

Ancient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and tr