Middle Bronze Age Ancient Israel Terracotta Vessel on Lucite Museum Support

This Middle Bronze Age terracotta vessel, dating to approximately 1850-1550 BCE and originating from ancient Israel, is a striking example of craftsmanship from a period rich in cultural and technological advancement. Its form, shaped with precision and care by an artisan millennia ago, reflects both utilitarian function and an innate aesthetic sense. The earthen tones of the terracotta, worn and weathered by the ages, carry with them the quiet history of a bygone era and evoke a tangible connection to the ancient Near East. Now displayed on a sleek lucite museum support, the vessel is elevated to a position of reverence, allowing its historic significance and artistic simplicity to be viewed from every angle. Such a piece offers a harmonious juxtaposition of the ancient and the modern—its timeless materiality complemented by the contemporary clarity of its support. This artifact is not only a beautifully preserved relic but also a silent witness to the daily lives, rituals, and innovations of a civilization long past. In Very Good Vintage Condition. Included is original certificate of authenticity.

Israel, 1850-1550 BCE

Dimensions:

With Stand: Height: 8 in (20.32 cm) x Width: 3 in (7.62 cm) x Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)

Without Stand: Height: 7.5" x Diameter: 3"

Style: Classical Greek (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques: Terracotta

Place of Origin: Israel

Period: 15th Century and Earlier

Date of Manufacture: 1850-1550 BCE

Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use.