➜ This lot features a finely crafted statue of a Syro-Hittite terracotta fertility goddess, modeled after the "Astarte" figures commonly found in the Levant and Northern Mesopotamia. Unlike the more abstract "bird-faced" variants, this statuette features a clearly defined human face. The facial structure includes a prominent nose, wide circular recessed eyes, and a small, distinct mouth. The head is topped with a characteristic tall, flat headdress (or coiffure) with lateral piercings, which likely represented jewelry or hair ornaments in the original ancient artifacts. The figure is depicted in a classic fertility pose, with hands positioned beneath the breasts in a gesture of nurturance. The body transitions into a stylized columnar base, providing stability for display. ➜ Height: 17.3 cm ➜ Width: 7 cm ➜ Weight: 165 gram ➜ Object: Syro Hittite Statue ➜ Material: Terracotta ➜ Origin: Syria