Phoenician Terracotta Figural Plaque

Description

A Phoenecian Figural plaque, rectangular in form with raised curving end. A standing female figure wearing a diadem, modelled in the half round. Possibly representing the Goddess Astarte, linked  to Love, Beauty,War and Hunting.

Origin

Phoenicia, The Levant circa 1500 to 500 BC

Measurement

Plaque length 12 cm11Height on Stand 16.5 cm

Condition

Good ancient condition with repaired break across shoulder level. Presented on a custom made stand.