Mesopotamian - Syro-Hittite head - Idol - 3rd / 2nd millennium BCE.
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Syro-Hittite head idol, a beige ceramic sculpture from the 3rd–2nd millennium BC, on a base, in very good condition and authentic original from Mesopotamia, acquired from the Netherlands in 2026; height 3.7 cm (5.9 cm with base).
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Syro-Hittite statuette head with disc-shaped eyes
Stylized ceramic statuette head on a pedestal.
The head is pinched and recalls a bird's head, with disc-shaped eyes and a prominent, oversized nose.
Anatolia, Mesopotamia, 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE.
Beige ceramic - Very good condition.
Dimensions: height 3.7 cm (height 5.9 cm with the pedestal)
Provenance: Netherlands, Galerie D.Z.N.
Previously: Galerie Mieke Zilverberg, old master art, March 2000, Amsterdam
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to 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 TranslateSyro-Hittite statuette head with disc-shaped eyes
Stylized ceramic statuette head on a pedestal.
The head is pinched and recalls a bird's head, with disc-shaped eyes and a prominent, oversized nose.
Anatolia, Mesopotamia, 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE.
Beige ceramic - Very good condition.
Dimensions: height 3.7 cm (height 5.9 cm with the pedestal)
Provenance: Netherlands, Galerie D.Z.N.
Previously: Galerie Mieke Zilverberg, old master art, March 2000, Amsterdam
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
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 equal to 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.
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Culture
Mesopotamian
Century/timeframe
3ème / 2ème millénaire avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Syro-Hittite head - Idol - 3rd / 2nd millennium BCE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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.
