Ereshkigal Statue | Hand-Carved Ash Wood Mesopotamian Goddess of the Underworld

Descend into the ancient world of Sumer with this hand-carved wooden statue of Ereshkigal — Great Queen of the Underworld, ruler of Kur, and one of the most powerful goddesses in Mesopotamian mythology — part of our Mesopotamian & Sumerian God Statues collection, carved in Ukraine from ecological ash wood with a rich varnished finish.

Each piece is individually crafted — no two are identical.

Details

• Material: Natural ash wood, varnish coated
• Dimensions: Height 8.0" / 20.5 cm  |  Width 5.3" / 13.5 cm  |  Depth 1.5" / 4.0 cm
• Finish: Brown / Multicolor (select variant)
• Easy to clean with a dry cloth

Ereshkigal in Mesopotamian Mythology

• Great Queen: Her name translates to "Great Queen" — she rules Kur (Irkalla), the Sumerian underworld, with absolute authority
• Sister of Ishtar: As the counterpart to Inanna/Ishtar, goddess of life and love, Ereshkigal embodies the essential duality of death and transformation in Mesopotamian belief
• Lions & Owls: Depicted flanked by lions (strength, dominion) and owls (wisdom, hidden knowledge) — her sacred animals and symbols of her power
• Realm of Transformation: Her domain is not destruction but transition — souls passing through Kur undergo essential change, making her a guardian of rebirth
• Ancient Traditions: Revered across Assyrian, Akkadian, and Sumerian cultures as one of the oldest and most formidable deities in the ancient Near East

Ideal For

• Collectors of Mesopotamian and Sumerian mythology art
• Altar pieces for underworld, shadow work, or ancestral rituals
• Unique gifts for enthusiasts of ancient Near Eastern history and spirituality

Shipping & Global Delivery

We ensure your artisan carvings reach you safely through our global network of makers:

• European Union: EU orders are shipped directly from our Studio in Spain. Shop items in stock in Spain →
• United States: Orders for the USA are shipped from our USA Warehouse for rapid domestic delivery. Shop items in stock in the USA →
• Global & Availability: For all other international countries, or in cases where the item is currently unavailable in our Spain or US locations, your statue will be handcrafted and shipped with care from our primary Workshop in Ukraine.

Returns

We gladly accept returns and exchanges. Contact us within 30 days of delivery. Detailed return information here.

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Care

Colour shades and textures may differ slightly from actual products depending on your monitor settings. Wipe clean with a dry cloth only.

Ancient, commanding, and eternal — Ereshkigal stands as the Great Queen of the Underworld, hand-carved in Ukraine from sustainable ash wood.