Ancient Hittite bronze stamp-seal, c. 1700-1500 BC.
Fantastic tri-lobed design with etched floral design of swirls and dots on base. The shaft of the piece has multiple etched-ring "grips" and the elongated top is holed-through for wearing. This was a personal seal, or signet (as in "signature") so it makes sense that the owner would keep it close to the heart. Nice olive-green patina with some original earthen encrustation. Measures 28 mm (1 1/8") tall. ref: Van der Osten, Collection Hans Von Aulock, p. 138, 86-88 for similar type. A great piece!. #6051x2: $299 SOLD
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Syrio-Hittite, c. 2100 - 1800 BC
A fantastic Syrio-Hittite terracotta idol. Wide expressive eyes, wearing a hat or cap, with two well-executed arms on stomach, each with 5 detailed fingers. Minor restoration at the waist - hardly noticeable. Stands 142 mm (5 1/2") tall. A masterpiece! #271045: $599 SOLD

Hittite bronze votive figure. Anatolia, c. 1500 - 1000 BC. Extraordinary and rare piece, with wide head and large ears and eyes, node pointed. The legs are together and extending into the mounting tang, arms at side with hands forward. H: 3 1/4" (8.3 cm). Some minor losses to hands but nicely patinated. Ex old New Jersey private collection. #0609111: $450 SOLD
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Ancient Hittite, c. 3rd - 2nd millennium BC. Interesting terracotta votive stele. Depicts a male deity standing to right on a platform between two stylized trees or altar, mount hole at the bottom. H: 4 3/4" (12.1 cm). Some losses to top and base. Very interesting! Ex Orange County, CA private collection. #A11230-1: $350 SOLD
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