Assyrian Pottery Eagle Head, TL Tested

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Old Assyrian Empire, ca. 2025 to 1378 BCE. A fabulous, mold-made pottery head of an eagle presenting a lengthy, curved beak, prominent arched brows, deep-set, heavy-lidded eyes, and a broad neck. Size: 1.6" L x 0.8" W x 1.1" H (4.1 cm x 2 cm x 2.8 cm); 3.3" H (8.4 cm) on included custom stand.

This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) analysis and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full printed and bound report is available for $50 to the buyer. Please contact us to request.

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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#140247
Condition Report: Repair to bead with restoration over break lines. Expected surface wear with abrasions and softening of detail. Otherwise, excellent with rich earthen deposits throughout. TL hole on base.