There is still mystery surrounding theexactmeaning and function of this rare and splendid plaque, but its hypnotic power is obvious. On one side a warrior with the horns and  More »

There is still mystery surrounding theexactmeaning and function of this rare and splendid plaque, but its hypnotic power is obvious. On one side a warrior with the horns and ears of a bull stands next to the larger-scaled bust of a woman, perhaps a goddess. On the opposite side is an engraving very probably representing a deity. Suddenly we are drawn into a different time and place, into a world where gods and heroes walked freely among men. As more clues to the importance of Ebla as a vital ancient city emerge, perhaps we will come to better understand thisfascinating artifact. - (Z.01Mesopotamian Bronze Relief Plaque - Z.0134Origin: Ebla, Syria Circa: 1500 BC to 800 BCDimensions: 3.25" (8.3cm) high x3.75"9.5cm)wide Collection: Near Eastern Style: esopotamian Medium: Bronze   « Less

Since the dawn of time, mankind has sought to gain protection and good fortune from talismans and amulets. Such tokens may invoke the blessings of the gods, avert the evil  More »

Since the dawn of time, mankind has sought to gain protection and good fortune from talismans and amulets. Such tokens may invoke the blessings of the gods, avert the evil eye, or bring victory in battle. Thoughout the long course of civilization, amulets have lent their wearers a sense of security and power. This fascinating artifact was carved by one of the cultures that flourished near the source of the Euphrates river. It represents three wide-eyed human heads, facing in different directions as if in vigilant search for approaching evil. Ever alert, it was intended to keep whoever wore it safe from unseen danger. Even in an age that discounts superstition, it cannot hurt to havesuchprotection,testedandprovenbythecenturies(PF.1933Mesopotamian Three Headed Stone Amulet PF.1933Origin:Northern Syria Circa:3000BCto2000BCDimensions: .625" (1.6cm) high x 1.25" (3.2cm) wide Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

Since the dawn of time, mankind has sought to gain protection and good fortune from talismans and amulets. Such tokens may invoke the blessings of the gods, avert the evil  More »

Since the dawn of time, mankind has sought to gain protection and good fortune from talismans and amulets. Such tokens may invoke the blessings of the gods, avert the evil eye, or bring victory in battle. Thoughout the long course of civilization, amulets have lent their wearers a sense of security and power. This fascinating artifact was carved by one of the cultures that flourished near the source of the Euphrates river. It represents three wide-eyed human heads, facing in different directions as if in vigilant search for approaching evil. Ever alert, it was intended to keep whoever wore it safe from unseen danger. Even in an age that discounts superstition, it cannot hurt to havesuchprotection,testedandprovenbythecenturies(PF.1933Mesopotamian Three Headed Stone Amulet PF.1933Origin:Northern Syria Circa:3000BCto2000BCDimensions: .625" (1.6cm) high x 1.25" (3.2cm) wide Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

For thousands of years, the horse has been a symbol of nobility and rank. In many ancient cultures, the ability to own and outfit a horse in time of war was a mark of  More »

For thousands of years, the horse has been a symbol of nobility and rank. In many ancient cultures, the ability to own and outfit a horse in time of war was a mark of aristocracy. This tradition carried through to the knights of the Middle Ages. To the early peoples of the Near East, the horse represented grace, power, speed, virility. This charming amulet represents a bridled horse's head. Perhaps it was meant to bless the wearer with the animal's virtues, or suggest social standing, or gain the protection of some horse-loving god. Though its past remains a mystery, its beauty and spirit are obvious. - (PF.1935)Mesopotamian Stone Horse Head Amulet - PF.1935 Origin: Northern Syria Circa: 3 rd Century AD to 2 nd Century ADDimensions: .675" (1.7cm) high x 1.125" (2.9cm) wide Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

For thousands of years, the horse has been a symbol of nobility and rank. In many ancient cultures, the ability to own and outfit a horse in time of war was a mark of  More »

For thousands of years, the horse has been a symbol of nobility and rank. In many ancient cultures, the ability to own and outfit a horse in time of war was a mark of aristocracy. This tradition carried through to the knights of the Middle Ages. To the early peoples of the Near East, the horse represented grace, power, speed, virility. This charming amulet represents a bridled horse's head. Perhaps it was meant to bless the wearer with the animal's virtues, or suggest social standing, or gain the protection of some horse-loving god. Though its past remains a mystery, its beauty and spirit are obvious. - (PF.1936) Mesopotamian Stone Amulet of a Horse Head - PF.1936 Origin: Northern Syria Circa: 3000 BC to 2000 BCDimensions: 1" (2.5cm) high x 1.25" (3.2cm) wide Collection:Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

For thousands of years, since before recorded history, man has worn amulets and talismans for luck and protection. The stones, feathers, teeth and claws that adorned early  More »

For thousands of years, since before recorded history, man has worn amulets and talismans for luck and protection. The stones, feathers, teeth and claws that adorned early cultures eventually gave way to an array of amulets whose powers where as varied as their forms. This splendid little token represents the head of a bull, a creature symbolic of strength, power, and virility, the favorite animal of many male gods. The reddish hue of the stone suggests it may have supplied its wearer with courage and protection in battle. Carved with abstract simplicity, it makes a timeless appeal to the senses. - (PF.1937)Mesopotamian Stone Amulet of a Bull's Head - PF.1937Origin: Northern Syria Circa:3000BCto2000BCDimensions:0.5" (1.3cm) high x 0.625" (1.6cm) wide x 0.75" (1.9cm) depth Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

Occasionally, a charm or amulet that has enormous power and magic for one culture or time will be mysterious or harmless for another. Where the Egyptians attached great  More »

Occasionally, a charm or amulet that has enormous power and magic for one culture or time will be mysterious or harmless for another. Where the Egyptians attached great importance to the scarab, the Greeks might have seen only a species of desert beetle. Yet every culture great and small makes use of such talismans for protection and to bring good luck. This unusual charm was carved by one of the early peoples of the upper Euphrates valley. Its iconography is uncertain, but it appears to depict a bird perched atop some sort of egg. Its meaning has been lost in the mists of time, but surely its magic remains strong and powerful. - (PF.1938)Mesopotamian Stone Amulet - PF.1938Origin: Northern Syria Circa: 3000 BC to 2000 BCDimensions: 1" (2.5cm) high x .5" (1.3cm) wide x .625" (1.6cm) depth Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

For thousands of years, since before recorded history, man has worn amulets and talismans for luck and protection. The stones, feathers, teeth and claws that adorned early  More »

For thousands of years, since before recorded history, man has worn amulets and talismans for luck and protection. The stones, feathers, teeth and claws that adorned early cultures eventually gave way to an array of amulets whose powers where as varied as their forms. This splendid little token represents the head of a bull, a creature symbolic of strength, power, and virility, the favorite animal of many male gods. The reddish hue of the stone suggests it may have supplied its wearer with courage and protection in battle. Carved with abstract simplicity, it makes a timeless appeal to the senses. - (PF.1937)Mesopotamian Stone Amulet of a Bull's Head - PF.1937Origin: Northern Syria Circa:3000BCto2000BCDimensions:0.5" (1.3cm) high x 0.625" (1.6cm) wide x 0.75" (1.9cm) depth Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

For thousands of years, since before recorded history, man has worn amulets and talismans for luck and protection. The stones, feathers, teeth and claws that adorned early  More »

For thousands of years, since before recorded history, man has worn amulets and talismans for luck and protection. The stones, feathers, teeth and claws that adorned early cultures eventually gave way to an array of amulets whose powers where as varied as their forms. This splendid little token represents the head of a bull, a creature symbolic of strength, power, and virility, the favorite animal of many male gods. The reddish hue of the stone suggests it may have supplied its wearer with courage and protection in battle. Carved with abstract simplicity, it makes a timeless appeal to the senses. - (PF.1937)Mesopotamian Stone Amulet of a Bull's Head - PF.1937Origin: Northern Syria Circa:3000BCto2000BCDimensions:0.5" (1.3cm) high x 0.625" (1.6cm) wide x 0.75" (1.9cm) depth Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less

Since the dawn of time, mankind has sought to gain protection and good fortune from talismans and amulets. Such tokens may invoke the blessings of the gods, avert the evil  More »

Since the dawn of time, mankind has sought to gain protection and good fortune from talismans and amulets. Such tokens may invoke the blessings of the gods, avert the evil eye, or bring victory in battle. Thoughout the long course of civilization, amulets have lent their wearers a sense of security and power. This fascinating artifact was carved by one of the cultures that flourished near the source of the Euphrates river. It represents three wide-eyed human heads, facing in different directions as if in vigilant search for approaching evil. Ever alert, it was intended to keep whoever wore it safe from unseen danger. Even in an age that discounts superstition, it cannot hurt to havesuchprotection,testedandprovenbythecenturies(PF.1933Mesopotamian Three Headed Stone Amulet PF.1933Origin:Northern Syria Circa:3000BCto2000BCDimensions: .625" (1.6cm) high x 1.25" (3.2cm) wide Collection: Near Eastern Style: Mesopotamian Medium: Stone   « Less