Annunaki(?) Neolithic terracotta Goddess, large Alien type eyes, 5000-12000 BC. Very rare ancient anthropomorphic terracotta figure. Features prominently large alien type eyes, a characteristic detail that speaks to the artistry and symbolic significance of its creators. The statue’s stylized form and expressive features, reflect the cultural and spiritual values of the ancient civilizations. Height: 3.5 inches = 8.9 cm; Width: 1 7/8 inches = 4.76 cm; Weight: 56.63 g; Condition Report: Overall good vintage condition. Signs of wear and age. Has chips. Refer to photos. Sold as is. Origin: possibly Near East Provenance: private collection in New York, USA. Discussion: In his 1976 book The Twelfth Planet, author Zecharia Sitchin claimed that the Anunnaki were actually an advanced humanoid extraterrestrial species from the undiscovered planet Nibiru, who came to Earth around 500,000 years ago and constructed a base of operations in order to mine gold after discovering that the planet was rich in the precious metal.[69][70][72] According to Sitchin, the Anunnaki hybridized their species and Homo erectus via in vitro fertilization in order to create humans as a slave species of miners.[69][70][72] Sitchin claimed that the Anunnaki were forced to temporarily leave Earth's surface and orbit the planet when Antarctic glaciers melted, causing the Great Flood,[73] which also destroyed the Anunnaki's bases on Earth.[73] These had to be rebuilt, and the Anunnaki, needing more humans to help in this massive effort, taught mankind agriculture.[73]