Description: Phoenician Maternity Terracotta 400-300 BCE Dea Gravida or Goddess Tanit Israel Ancient and RARE Phoenician Maternity Votive Terracotta 400-300 BCE Dea Gravida meaning Pregnant Goddess, or Goddess Tanit, Diety of Carthage, found in Northern Israel, Museum Quality Piece. This piece is a rare find, as it has an ankh relief at the base, (Symbol of life) showing influence from Egypt and Egyptian religion. This unique museum quality rare piece is a female goddess or representation of mortal women that were associated with procreation and fertility deriving from Phoenician culture and spreading within the Phoenician circle of influence. The documentation that came with this purchase states that it was found in North Israel and is from the 3rd-4th century BCE. Although not much is known about the cult surrounding Dea Gravida, or "Pregnant Goddess" votive terracotta statues have been found throughout the Mediterranean, most notably in Phoenicia and Cyprus.This piece has an ankh relief at the base, showing an influence from Egypt and Egyptian religion and makes it a rarer figure. The figure differs from kourotrophic figures that hold babies and are not visibly pregnant.The votive figures typically show a pregnant female goddesses or woman either seated or standing, often with a hand resting on her abdomen.These figures were made exclusively from terracotta and are typically small. IF not Dea Gravida, then it is a depiction of Goddess Tanit, Diety of Carthage. PieceSOURCE: Wikipedia, 2024 ***Please be aware that this is an ancient work of art and is quite fragile, as such the wear and tear is normal and part of the age.*** PROVENANCE: Purchased from the Estate of Curtis Schnell, Los Angeles. He was a well known art director in Hollywood films and TV and had a good collection of ancient art and antiquities. Mr. Schnell purchased this in 1990 from Galerie Archaeologia, Canada, and there is also a typed document that I presume is prior to 1990. Comes with photocopy of certificate of authenticity signed by Dalou Boutari, dated 1990, Montreal, Canada. Please see photos for documentation. Condition: Condition is commensurate with age and use. Good condition, nice aged patina, wear to relief of terracotta and scuffs. . Please see photos. ***Please be aware that this is an ancient work of art and is quite fragile, as such the wear and tear is normal and part of the age.*** Measurements: 7 1/4 x 2 x 1 3/4 inches Weight: 7 oz PRICE: $585.00 Shipping: $22.99 Shipping Cost in the US. Ebay Global Shipping or contact seller for additional international shipping rates. I can ship more than one item together and give you better rates, just contact me and I will respond. I usually answer questions very quickly (depending on time difference) Customs duty, VAT, or import duty is the responsibility of the buyer. All items for sale are vintage or antique and it may show evidence of wear. Please see condition report and photos. I try to describe the items to the best of my ability. Please review the information, photos and/ or ask questions before bidding. All listings are described as to the best of my knowledge, through careful research and price and description comparison. 30 day returns, buyer pays return shipping Payment Terms: Payments are due within 48 hours of the end of the auction or listing. Shipping: $22.99 Shipping Cost in the US. Shipment will be sent with tracking and careful, sturdy packing, recycled, when possible. We will ship your item as soon as possible. Shipping usually takes no more than two business days. If you have any questions please contact us before bidding. For international shipping, we use Ebay Global shipping. If you need this shipped with particular requests, please contact me for international shipping rates before purchasing. We welcome all reasonable offers! We appreciate your business! Please check out my other items. Thank you for looking and good luck!
Price: 409.5 USD
Location: Los Angeles, California
End Time: 2024-12-22T15:38:52.000Z
Shipping Cost: 22.99 USD
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
expansive martime trade network: Mediterranean
Classical Antiquity: Dea Gravida Maternity figure
Maternity Votive Terracotta 400-300 BCE Pregnant Goddess: Maternity Votive Terracotta 400-300 BCE with Ankh symbol
Provenance: Estate of Curt Schnell L.A., CA, Antiquities collection
Egyptian influence: ankh symbol for life
location found: North Israel
Ancient Culture: Phoenician
certificate of authenticity written by: Dalou Boutari, Montreal, Canada,dated 1990
Maternity Votive Terracotta 400-300 BCE Dea Gravida: Maternity Terracotta 400-300 BCE Dea Gravida Pregnant Goddess
time period: 3rd to 4th century BCE
Dea Tyria Gravida: Pregnant Goddess from Tyre
Goddess Tanit: Diety of City of Carthage
Country/Region of Manufacture: Israel
Culture: Middle Eastern
Handmade: Yes
Provenance history: Estate of Curt Schnell L.A., Galerie Archaeologia, Canada
