An ivory plaque of Phoenician workmanship found in the Assyrian palace at Nimrud. It depicts a woman and is thought to represent, the goddess Ishtar. Country of Origin: Ancient Middle East. Culture: Phoenician work. Date / Period: Last third of 8th century. Place of Origin: Nimrud, Assyria, Ancient Iraq. Material Size: Ivory.

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Caption: An ivory plaque of Phoenician workmanship found in the Assyrian palace at Nimrud. It depicts a woman and is thought to represent, the goddess Ishtar. Country of Origin: Ancient Middle East. Culture: Phoenician work. Date / Period: Last third of 8th century. Place of Origin: Nimrud, Assyria, Ancient Iraq. Material Size: Ivory.

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