Animal Figurine

31-43-332

From: Iraq | Ur

Curatorial Section: Near Eastern

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Object Number 31-43-332
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Iraq | Ur
Period Post Agade
Section Near Eastern
Materials Terracotta
Iconography Hedgehog?
Description

Light-brown terracotta figurine of animal with short stumpy legs, pointed tail, and head with pointed snout. Round pellet eyes applied. Coat indicated by vertical comb markings, raised smooth area on back. Solid. Hedge Hog?

Height 4.2 cm
Length 7.7 cm
Width 5.9 cm
Credit Line British Museum/University Museum Expedition to Ur, Iraq, 1931

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