Ancient Mesopotamian Alabaster Jar c.2000-1000 BC. Size 5 1/4 inches high. 6 1/2 inches widest point. Rare large carved alabaster jar with fine engraved geometric design. Four pierced lug handles at shoulder. Rare and unique item. Provenance: Ex Robert Haber Ancient Art NYC. Robert Haber’s interest in archeology and antiquities came about while studying in Jerusalem. While working on an excavation, he discovered the practical world of archaeological conservation, and was immediately enthralled with the field. In pursuit of a career in the conservation of antiquities, Mr. Haber was awarded an apprenticeship at the Israel Museum and was later hired by the restoration department. He went on to study at the University College London as a Kress Fellow under Prof. Henry Hodges and received a Diploma in the Conservation of Ancient Materials.

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