Neo Assyrian Pazuzu Head with Lamashtu

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

1 3/8 in. (26 grams, 36 mm).

Modelled in the half-round with grotesque features and fierce teeth exposed; reverse with low-relief engraved image of Lamashtu advancing holding a trident.

Provenance

From an important collection formed before 1988, London and Geneva.

This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12253-221916.

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