Mesopotamian White Marble Carved Tell Brak Eye Idol - 150 mm
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Carved Tell Brak Eye Idol, a white marble Mesopotamian sculpture dating to the Late Uruk Period (ca. 3300–3000 BCE), in good condition with dimensions about 150 × 80 × 80 mm.
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Description from the seller
A stone Tell Brak eye idol from the ancient Mesopotamian culture.
Possibly Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3000 BC. or in the style of
In good condition. It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in London by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, C14 test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
A stone Tell Brak eye idol from the ancient Mesopotamian culture.
Possibly Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3000 BC. or in the style of
In good condition. It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in London by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, C14 test, lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Mesopotamian
Century/timeframe
Possibly Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3000 BCE.
Name of object
Carved Tell Brak Eye Idol
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1995
Material
White Marble
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
150 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
80 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Asia
Depth
80 mm
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.
