Sumerian Stone Head Amulet (No reserve price)
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Sumerian stone head amulet from circa 3200–2900 BC, measuring about 1.7 cm long and 1 cm wide, in good original condition with provenance from Ex SM collection London and private collections.
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Description from the seller
A Sumerian stone head with finely carved almond-shaped eyes, straight nose and mouth. The head may have been pierced vertically through the centre, with a perforation still visible at the top of the head. The reverse is unadorned, with a long chip near the centre. The stone presents with a grey colouring. Earthly encrustations and signs of wear as consistent with age to the surface, such as chipping, scratches, and cracks.
Late Uruk/Jemdet Nasr Period. Such amulets have also been described as depicting a demon, thus they were most likely apotropaic.
Measurements: (circa) L 1.7cm x W 1cm
Provenance: Ex SM collection London, acquired 1970s-2000s.
Seller's Story
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ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
A Sumerian stone head with finely carved almond-shaped eyes, straight nose and mouth. The head may have been pierced vertically through the centre, with a perforation still visible at the top of the head. The reverse is unadorned, with a long chip near the centre. The stone presents with a grey colouring. Earthly encrustations and signs of wear as consistent with age to the surface, such as chipping, scratches, and cracks.
Late Uruk/Jemdet Nasr Period. Such amulets have also been described as depicting a demon, thus they were most likely apotropaic.
Measurements: (circa) L 1.7cm x W 1cm
Provenance: Ex SM collection London, acquired 1970s-2000s.
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Sumerian
Century/timeframe
Circa 3200 - 2900 BC
Name of object
Head Amulet
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Stone
Country acquired from
Unknown
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
