Mesopotamian Terracotta Elamite statuette - Goddess Astarte - Susa 1500 BCE
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,000 - € 2,200
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Elamite goddess Astarté terracotta statuette from Susa, dating to 1500–1100 BC, standing with ornate jewelry, 15.6 cm tall (17.4 cm with a custom base), in good condition and authentic.
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Description from the seller
Dysis Astarté in finely carved terracotta.
She is depicted standing, hands resting under her generous chest, richly adorned with jewelry: bracelets, earrings, and a necklace.
Her face, with delicate features, is crowned by a fringe beneath an elegant headdress.
Astarté is a Phoenician/Canaanite goddess of love, sex, war, and hunting. She is often associated with the god Baal, with whom she forms a couple.
Mesopotamia, Susa, 2nd millennium BCE - 1500/1100 BCE.
A remarkable statue, from the archaeology collection of an amateur of ancient art.
Acquisition in 1975, Michel Meignan, Versailles, June 23, 1975, ref 108
Height: 15.6 cm (height 17.4 cm with its custom-made base)
Excellent overall condition - slight restoration
The seller can prove the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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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 TranslateDysis Astarté in finely carved terracotta.
She is depicted standing, hands resting under her generous chest, richly adorned with jewelry: bracelets, earrings, and a necklace.
Her face, with delicate features, is crowned by a fringe beneath an elegant headdress.
Astarté is a Phoenician/Canaanite goddess of love, sex, war, and hunting. She is often associated with the god Baal, with whom she forms a couple.
Mesopotamia, Susa, 2nd millennium BCE - 1500/1100 BCE.
A remarkable statue, from the archaeology collection of an amateur of ancient art.
Acquisition in 1975, Michel Meignan, Versailles, June 23, 1975, ref 108
Height: 15.6 cm (height 17.4 cm with its custom-made base)
Excellent overall condition - slight restoration
The seller can prove the lot was legally obtained, 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 permissions, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document indicating 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
1500 à 1100 avant J.-C.
Name of object
Elamite statuette - Goddess Astarte - Susa 1500 BCE
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1975
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.
