Ancient near eastern terracotta idol. Used as a votive offering by the ancient peoples of Mesopotamia. Bird-faced features, abstract Sculpted pottery torso of quite the religious and ceremonial importance. Amazing it survived this long. 

Bronze age circa 2000 BC. Nice condition,

Size: 4-3/4 inches H + block base included (5.5 INH)

 missing lower section. Ex: Romy Rey collection, London.

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