Antique Babylonian Terracotta Relief Plaque Astarte Goddess

A Babylonian terracotta relief plaque depicting the goddess Astarte, dating to the 19th–17th century BCE. The compact plaque is crafted from terracotta and presents a frontal, low-relief figure with simplified features and restrained drapery, characteristic of small ritual or devotional objects from the period. The piece offers a tangible link to ancient Near Eastern art and is suitable for quiet display in a cabinet or on a shelf where its aged surface and historic patina can be appreciated in a restrained setting.

• Dimensions: 2.6 inches high × 1.1 inches wide × 0.5 inches deep
• Materials: Terracotta
• Finish or Color: Terracotta with aged patina

The object presents a small, frontal figure rendered in low relief with minimal modeling. Proportions are compact and the silhouette is clean, with simple drapery suggesting garment folds. The surface shows evidence of aging and wear, contributing to a historic patina that aligns with ancient Babylonian aesthetic conventions found in small-scale devotional artifacts.

Fair condition with aging and surface wear consistent with age.

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