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Near Eastern terracotta Eye Idol

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Ancient Near Eastern Terracotta Eye Idol: **Originally Listed At $750** Ancient Near East, Syria, ca. late 3rd to early 2nd millennium BCE. An intriguing terracotta idol with a roughly triangular body, rounded peripheries, and a pair of pierc

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A large Near Eastern terracotta Eye Idol, c. 3rd Millennium BC, of solid construction the central column with flattened base, tapering as it rises with rounded top and two sets of looped ‘eyes’ to either side. The front and back with vertical grooves covering most of the surface. H: 8 ½ in (21.6 cm). Heavy earthen deposits.

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Near Eastern terracotta Eye Idol

Name: Near Eastern terracotta Eye Idol
SKU: 40748357
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $900

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Starting Price $400

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