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Lot 3718 Session 12 (11.30am Friday) Antiquities
Estimate $120
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SOLD $130
MESOPOTAMIAN, Ancient clay Mother Goddess, c.3000 B.C. supported on base. Good fine.
The early civilization of Mesopotamia produced artistic fertility figures known as Halafs which had exaggerated breasts and thighs, emphasizing motherhood. these were used for religious or magical purposes. They have been restored as they were often broken before being offered to the gods.
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