Shell and lapis lazuli eye from a statue. Probably a votive sculpture from a Sumerian temple context.
Depth: 0.060 m
Height: 0.070 m
Length: 0.013 m
Method of acquisition: Given (2005) by Groos, Gordon, Mr. and Mrs.
Early Dynastic III
Circa
-2550
-
-2400
Cornea
composed of
shell
Iris
composed of
lapis lazuli
Diameter 0.060 m
Accession number: ANE.73.2005
Primary reference Number: 156473
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Antiquities
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