Neolithic, 5th-3rd millennium BC. A polished dark stone grinding pestle with rounded working end tapering to a rounded butt; a transverse groove to one side of the butt, suggesting a mouth with two small drillings above for eyes, one with an inset bead in situ. 690 grams, 16cm (6 1/4"). From the private collection of a medical professional; acquired on the European art market in the early 1980s. Likely for ritual use. Condition Report Fine condition.