Seems to be very old. A replica of 8th century BC Etruscan carvings. Could be anywhere from 100 to 200 years old....I have no idea Made in the Mediterranean to keep oils, perfumes and ointments. Both ears are broken off, revealing the terracotta below. Depicts a man on a donkey or horse on a large hooved animal. Possibly a magical entity. These belong in museums. However, it'll look great on your bookshelf, too!! I'm not 100% certain on the origins or ages of this item. It looks to have had one leg repaired and had various hairline cracks. Very fragile 3I