Statue of a woman in grey marble from the late Sumerian period. Eyes and eyebrows originally inlaid, probably with lapis lazuli and shell. The dress is the kaunakes or fringed garment. It is missing the feet and the eyes are empty.
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Title of artwork, date
Sumerian statuette, c. 2400 BC
Date supported
1924
Medium and material
Marble
Dimensions
22 cm
Grant
400
Total cost
400
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