Sumerian Shell Head

An ancient Sumerian carved shell head that was once inset into a statue; with recessed large eyes and eye brows to receive inlay.

Mesopotamia.

Ca. 3rd Millennium BC.

Height: 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm).

Formerly in the Philip Pearlstein collection, New York; acquired from Simone de Monbrison Gallery, Paris, France.

Inv#: 9160

Guaranteed Authentic

$5,000

9160A

9160B

9160C

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