## Taş Tepeler — Complete 8-Piece Pre-Pottery Neolithic Sculpture Replica Collection A curated collection of **eight individually handmade archaeological replicas** inspired by some of the most remarkable sculptures and monumental carvings of Pre-Pottery Neolithic Anatolia. Bringing together sculptural references from **Göbekli Tepe, Karahan Tepe, Sayburç and the Balıklıgöl/Yenimahalle area of Şanlıurfa**, this complete ArkeoArt collection presents a visual journey into the artistic and symbolic traditions of some of the world's earliest settled communities. The eight-piece ensemble includes human figures, animal sculptures and T-shaped monumental pillars, reflecting the extraordinary variety of Neolithic sculptural expression in southeastern Anatolia. ### Historical Background — The Taş Tepeler Region The Taş Tepeler region of southeastern Türkiye contains an important concentration of Pre-Pottery Neolithic archaeological sites dating broadly to the 10th–9th millennia BCE. Sites including Göbekli Tepe, Karahan Tepe and Sayburç have transformed archaeological understanding of monumental architecture, communal activity, human representation and symbolic expression among early Neolithic societies. Their remarkable discoveries include large T-shaped pillars decorated with animal reliefs, carved human figures, freestanding animal sculptures and complex architectural spaces. The Balıklıgöl/Yenimahalle sculpture, widely known as the Urfa Man, provides a further important example of early anthropomorphic sculpture from the wider Şanlıurfa region. Although these discoveries belong to related prehistoric cultural environments, they originate from different sites and archaeological contexts. This ArkeoArt collection brings together eight of these sculptural references in one coordinated modern display ensemble. ### The Complete 8-Piece Collection **1. Göbekli Tepe — Animal-Relief T-Pillar** A miniature interpretation of the monumental T-shaped limestone pillars associated with Göbekli Tepe, featuring animal relief decoration inspired by the site's original sculptural tradition. Approximate dimensions: 17.5 × 8 × 4 cm (H × W × D). **2. Karahan Tepe — Seated Human Figure** A modern replica interpretation of a seated human sculpture associated with Karahan Tepe. The figure's simplified, partially indistinct facial features and compact seated posture reflect the expressive character of the archaeological reference. Approximate dimensions: 17 × 3 × 3 cm. **3. Balıklıgöl / Yenimahalle — Urfa Man** Inspired by the celebrated Urfa Man, one of the best-known examples of early monumental human sculpture from the Şanlıurfa region. The standing anthropomorphic figure is distinguished by its elongated body, stylised facial expression and characteristic frontal form. Approximate dimensions: 18.5 × 4 × 2.5 cm. **4. Göbekli Tepe — Wild Boar Sculpture** A miniature replica inspired by the wild boar sculpture associated with Enclosure D at Göbekli Tepe. Its animal form reflects the importance of wildlife representation in the artistic vocabulary of the Pre-Pottery Neolithic. Approximate dimensions: 8.5 × 11 × 6 cm. **5. Karahan Tepe — Human Figure Carrying a Leopard** A contemporary archaeological replica interpretation of a human figure carrying a leopard-like animal on its back, inspired by sculptural discoveries associated with Karahan Tepe. Approximate dimensions: 14.5 × 5 × 8 cm. **6. Sayburç — Sealed-Mouth Human Figure** Inspired by the remarkable anthropomorphic figure discovered at Sayburç, distinguished by its deliberately closed or stitched-mouth appearance and stylised anatomical features. Its precise symbolic significance remains a subject of archaeological interpretation. Approximate dimensions: 16.5 × 4 × 3 cm. **7. Karahan Tepe — Human Figure Above a Leopard** A modern sculptural interpretation inspired by the distinctive human-animal imagery associated with the Karahan Tepe archaeological landscape. The figure presents a compact human form positioned above a leopard-like animal. Approximate dimensions: 15 × 4 × 6 cm. **8. Göbekli Tepe — Pillar 43, the Vulture Stone** Inspired by the celebrated Pillar 43 of Enclosure D at Göbekli Tepe, commonly known as the Vulture Stone. The original pillar is particularly notable for its relief composition featuring birds, a scorpion, other animals and abstract symbols. This miniature interpretation evokes the visual character of one of Göbekli Tepe's most widely recognised monumental carvings. Approximate dimensions: 19 × 5 × 5 cm. **All eight sculptures are included in this lot.** ### The ArkeoArt Reproduction This complete eight-piece collection is independently produced by **ArkeoArt in Türkiye** as a museum-inspired interpretation of Pre-Pottery Neolithic sculptural traditions. Each sculpture is individually cast using a **resin and marble-powder composite**, providing a solid, stone-like character suitable for display. The surfaces are carefully hand-finished to evoke the appearance of weathered archaeological stone, with particular attention to the carved reliefs, human forms, animal figures and architectural details. Because each piece is individually finished by hand, subtle variations in colour, surface texture and patina may occur. The collection contains modern reproductions and artistic interpretations inspired by historical archaeological references. It is not presented as a group of original prehistoric objects or as an exact-scale reconstruction of the original monuments. ### Material, Dimensions & Condition - **Collection:** Taş Tepeler — Complete 8-Piece Neolithic Sculpture Collection - **Number of objects:** 8 individual sculptures - **Historical inspiration:** Pre-Pottery Neolithic Anatolia - **Sites represented:** Göbekli Tepe, Karahan Tepe, Sayburç and Balıklıgöl/Yenimahalle - **Material:** Resin and marble-powder composite - **Finish:** Individually hand-finished archaeological stone-effect surface - **Height range:** Approximately 8.5–19 cm - **Maximum individual width/length:** Approximately 11 cm - **Maximum individual depth:** Approximately 8 cm - **Condition:** Unissued / As new - **Production:** Individually cast and hand-finished by ArkeoArt in Türkiye ### Collector's Note — The Sculptural Heritage of Neolithic Anatolia The distinctive appeal of this collection lies in bringing together eight different examples of human, animal and monumental sculptural imagery associated with the Taş Tepeler archaeological region. The collection moves beyond a single site or monument to present a broader view of artistic expression among early Neolithic communities. The T-shaped pillars reflect the monumental architectural traditions of Göbekli Tepe. The human sculptures associated with Karahan Tepe and Sayburç demonstrate different approaches to representing the body and symbolic identity. The Urfa Man and the animal sculptures further illustrate the remarkable sculptural diversity of prehistoric southeastern Anatolia. Presented together, the eight pieces create a coordinated, museum-inspired display collection. This ArkeoArt ensemble is particularly suited to collectors interested in **archaeology, Göbekli Tepe, Karahan Tepe, Taş Tepeler, prehistoric Anatolia, Neolithic sculpture, early human symbolism and museum-inspired reproductions**. ### Replica & Provenance Statement **All eight objects offered in this lot are modern archaeological replicas and artistic interpretations produced by ArkeoArt.** They are not ancient artefacts and are not presented as original archaeological objects. The pieces are newly manufactured and therefore have **no archaeological provenance or previous archaeological owner**. The historical references originate from different Pre-Pottery Neolithic archaeological sites and contexts, dating broadly to the 10th–9th millennia BCE. The objects offered for sale are contemporary ArkeoArt productions inspired by these archaeological discoveries. This collection is an independent ArkeoArt production and is not presented as an officially licensed museum edition. ### Export & Shipping As modern reproductions rather than excavated archaeological antiquities, the objects will be shipped with the documentation applicable to the shipment. Each of the eight sculptures will be individually protected using suitable cushioning materials, with particular attention to projecting details, relief surfaces and delicate sculptural elements. The complete collection will be securely packed with protective internal materials and reinforced outer packaging to minimise movement and risk of damage during international transport. The seller confirms legal ownership of the objects and the right to offer them for sale and export, subject to any applicable shipment requirements.