The statue was discovered at the Temple of Ishtar in Mari during excavations directed by French archaeologist André Parrot.

"[3] The statue, made of translucent smooth alabaster, depicts the figure of a man seated on a wicker hassock.

This elaborate fleece skirt appears to be made from animal hide (probably sheepskin or goatskin) as evidenced by the presence of a tail at the back.

[4] The inscription in proto-cuneiform signs on the rear, which identifies the work, reads: "Statue of Ebih-Il, the superintendent, dedicated to Ishtar Virile.

[9] The head was found on the pavement of the outer court of the Temple of Ishtar,[4] and a few meters away the body along with a smaller statue of King Lamgi-Mari.