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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
Pair of Eyes
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsAncient Near Eastern Art

Pair of Eyes

AAT Object Form/Functioninlays (decorations)
Possible OriginKuwait, Asia
Possible OriginIraq, Asia
CultureSumerian
PeriodEarly Dynastic Period
Date2900-2350 BCE
MediumLimestone, basalt, siltstone
Credit LineGift of Michael C. Carlos in honor of Dr. James T. Laney
Dimensions1 x 1 3/8 x 7/8 in. (2.5 x 3.5 x 2.2 cm)
Object number2008.060.002A/B
Exhibition HistoryMCCM Permanent Collection Gallery, May 15, 2013 - February 12, 2018
ProvenancePurchased by MCCM from Allan Anawati [Medusa Ancient Art], Champlain, New York.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Ancient Egyptian, Nubian, and Near Eastern Art
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2100-2000 BCE
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4000-2000 BCE
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4000-2000 BCE
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2000-1900 BCE
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