and large recessed eye suggest the alertness of the bird as it spies and focuses on its prey
conical version of an everyday vessel is artifully carved from two-toned red breccia
fine polish with sharp carving and original suspension hole drilled laterally
The form consists of overlapping
but intact and in excellent condition overall
A Neo-Babylonian Lapis, Carnelian, and Gold Necklace, Neo Babylonian Period, ca. 626 - 539 BCE Jewelry - Earrings and large recessed eye suggestThis finely strung necklace consists of alternating faceted beads of vivid blue lapis lazuli and rich reddish orange carnelian, interspersed with ribbed gold spacer beads, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. The centerpiece is a larger gold bead of cylindrical form, in repouss, adorned with linear decorative elements. The symmetry and materials suggest ceremonial or elite status, as lapis and carnelian were both regarded as protective and sacred