Sumerian Terracotta - Cuneiform tablet - Mesopotamian 2nd millennium BCE -
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,000 - € 2,500
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Sumero-Babylonian terracotta tablet from the 2nd millennium BCE, inscribed on both faces with a cuneiform text likely detailing an administrative inventory, measuring 42 mm by 35 mm and in good condition; acquired in 2026 from Galerie/Antiquaire in France and authenticated as original.
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RARE Cuneiform-Inscribed Tablet
Cuneiform tablet inscribed on two faces.
Clay tablet in the shape of a cushion inscribed in cuneiform on both faces.
Terracotta cushion-shaped tablet bearing a printed cuneiform inscription on seven registers on each face.
The inscription probably relates to an administrative inventory.
Dimensions: Length 42 mm x width 35 mm
Excellent condition — no restoration
Mesopotamia, 2nd millennium BCE.
Provenance; France, Galerie T.J.N.
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateRARE Cuneiform-Inscribed Tablet
Cuneiform tablet inscribed on two faces.
Clay tablet in the shape of a cushion inscribed in cuneiform on both faces.
Terracotta cushion-shaped tablet bearing a printed cuneiform inscription on seven registers on each face.
The inscription probably relates to an administrative inventory.
Dimensions: Length 42 mm x width 35 mm
Excellent condition — no restoration
Mesopotamia, 2nd millennium BCE.
Provenance; France, Galerie T.J.N.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will arrange the necessary permissions, such as an export license. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All of the seller’s items are shipped with insurance at the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Sumerian
Century/timeframe
2ème millénaire avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Cuneiform tablet - Mesopotamian 2nd millennium BCE -
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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.
