Rare Western Asiatic Terracotta Mask Of The Devil Humbaba: 1900–1700 BC.
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:3251 | Type: Plaque |
| Material: Terracota |
Rare Western Asiatic terracotta mask of the devil HumbabaA moulded cream terracotta plaque depicting the demon god, Humbaba. He has a grimacing smile, nose bent to the side and with bulbous eyes. With side piercings for suspension (probably in the dwelling house). Reverse unmodelled.Height 10 cms (3.9 ins).Condition: Fair-Fine. Damage affecting one side of the face affecting one of the suspension holes.Old Babylonian period: Circa 1900–1700 BC.Similar representations have been found... at Mesopotamian and Iranian sites. This particular portrayal of Humbaba is a product of a delightful form of popular art, as opposed to luxurious pieces made for a much more demanding clientele. Rare Western Asiatic terracotta mask of the devil Humbaba Rare Western Asiatic terracotta mask of the devil Humbaba Click images to enlarge Description Rare Western Asiatic terracotta mask of the devil Humbaba
A moulded cream terracotta plaque depicting the demon god, Humbaba. He has a grimacing smile, nose bent to the side and with bulbous eyes. With side piercings for suspension (probably in the dwelling house). Reverse unmodelled.
Height 10 cms (3.9 ins).
Condition: Fair-Fine. Damage affecting one side of the face affecting one of the suspension holes.
Old Babylonian period: Circa 1900–1700 BC.
Humbaba belongs in the tale of Gilgamesh in the Cedar Forest, where Gilgamesh and Enkindu kill the demi god, Humbaba. "Humbaba, his voice is the Deluge, his speech is Fire, and his breath is Death!" See MS 3025 in the Schoyen collection.
This object belongs to a series of terra-cotta figurines and tablets featuring the same type of figure and dating mostly from the early 2nd millennium BC. Similar representations have been found at Mesopotamian and Iranian sites. This particular portrayal of Humbaba is a product of a delightful form of popular art, as opposed to luxurious pieces made for a much more demanding clientele.
Provenance: This item is not a UK find and as such is not subject to the Portable Antiquities Scheme.
From the estate of a private collector, previously acquired legally on the UK Arts market in the 1980's
Supplied with illustrated COA.
(code H173) Payment Payment by Paypal Shipping Proof of posting is obtained for all items (copy available on request).
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Countries outside UK: Items will be sent with insurance against loss in the post. If it is possible, we will also send with tracking, but not all countries have this possibility; if in doubt, you are welcome to check with us. Terms of Sale All items are guaranteed to be authentic, to date from the period stated, and to comply with the description provided, with no time restriction for return if not.
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A moulded cream terracotta plaque depicting the demon god, Humbaba. He has a grimacing smile, nose bent to the side and with bulbous eyes. With side piercings for suspension (probably in the dwelling house). Reverse unmodelled.
Height 10 cms (3.9 ins).
Condition: Fair-Fine. Damage affecting one side of the face affecting one of the suspension holes.
Old Babylonian period: Circa 1900–1700 BC.
Humbaba belongs in the tale of Gilgamesh in the Cedar Forest, where Gilgamesh and Enkindu kill the demi god, Humbaba. "Humbaba, his voice is the Deluge, his speech is Fire, and his breath is Death!" See MS 3025 in the Schoyen collection.
This object belongs to a series of terra-cotta figurines and tablets featuring the same type of figure and dating mostly from the early 2nd millennium BC. Similar representations have been found at Mesopotamian and Iranian sites. This particular portrayal of Humbaba is a product of a delightful form of popular art, as opposed to luxurious pieces made for a much more demanding clientele.
Provenance: This item is not a UK find and as such is not subject to the Portable Antiquities Scheme.
From the estate of a private collector, previously acquired legally on the UK Arts market in the 1980's
Supplied with illustrated COA.
(code H173) Payment Payment by Paypal Shipping Proof of posting is obtained for all items (copy available on request).
Items posted to UK: We will take responsibility for an adequate level of insurance.
Countries outside UK: Items will be sent with insurance against loss in the post. If it is possible, we will also send with tracking, but not all countries have this possibility; if in doubt, you are welcome to check with us. Terms of Sale All items are guaranteed to be authentic, to date from the period stated, and to comply with the description provided, with no time restriction for return if not.
We also offer a no-quibble refund if you are in any way unhappy with your purchase and it is returned in the same condition within 14 days. About Us We have been dealing in antiquities and items of archaeological interest since the early 1990s, and have sold thousands of items to collectors all over the World, including leading museums.TimesAncient is committed to the ethical purchase of all items of historical significance that we offer. We never knowingly engage in the purchase of objects who provenance or ownership history is deemed to be dubious. All ancient items offered for sale on our website are purchased from legitimate sources. These include old private collections, auction houses, legal finders and responsible dealers within the coin and ancient art market.Every item we sell is guaranteed to be authentic and to date from the period stated.
Nothing beats the feeling of handling and owning an item created by humans in far-off history. Contact Us If you have any queries, please contact us using your eBay message board.
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