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Priest-King or Deity, c. 1600 BC (basalt with bone eyes)
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Priest-King or Deity, c. 1600 BC (basalt with bone eyes)
499799 Priest-King or Deity, c.1600 BC (basalt with bone eyes)
by Hittite, (1700-1500 BC); h:87.6 wt:87 lbs cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Eyes: left, ancient; right, restored.
The Hittites migrated into Anatolia in the 3rd millennium bc and spoke an Indo-European language, a group that includes Greek, Latin, Persian, Sanskrit, English, and most modern European languages. They were the first ancient people to use iron for weapons. From about 1600-1200 bc their empire was at its peak, extending from central Anatolia to Syria, and south along the eastern Mediterranean. Their vast empire and interest in commerce enabled the Hittites to spread Mesopotamian ideas and culture throughout the ancient Mediterranean world.
This large basalt sculpture is exceptionally rare in depicting a Hittite god or priest-king wearing a horned conical crown, false beard, and long robe. He holds a bowl in his right hand and once held something in his left, perhaps a staff or sword.); Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund; out of copyright
Media ID 23553646
© Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. Fund / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of ancient art, the "Priest-King or Deity" sculpture dating back to around 1600 BC. Crafted from basalt with bone eyes, this Hittite masterpiece weighs an impressive 87 pounds and stands at a height of 87.6 centimeters. Currently housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA, this artifact offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the Hittite civilization. The Hittites were an ancient people who migrated into Anatolia during the 3rd millennium BC and spoke an Indo-European language. They were known for being pioneers in using iron for weapons and establishing a vast empire that spanned from central Anatolia to Syria and along the eastern Mediterranean coast between approximately 1600-1200 BC. What makes this sculpture particularly rare is its depiction of a Hittite god or priest-king adorned with a horned conical crown, false beard, and long robe. In his right hand, he holds a bowl while his left hand once grasped something that may have been either a staff or sword. Through their extensive empire and interest in commerce, the Hittites played a significant role in spreading Mesopotamian ideas and culture throughout the ancient Mediterranean world. This extraordinary artwork serves as both an artistic marvel and historical testament to their influence on ancient civilizations.
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