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LOT 0210
Anatolian Stone Stamp Seal
8TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
1 in. (5.3 grams, 24 mm.).
Triangular in section with three figural scenes: (A) two serpents, opposed; (B) bird with wings spread; (C) regardant quadruped with tail raised; pierced longitudinally; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceEx S. collection, London, UK, 1980s-2000s.
Accompanied by a previous illustrated catalogue slip.
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LOT 0210
Anatolian Stone Stamp Seal
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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Bactrian Camel Applique
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A finely modelled two-humped camel, shown in a dynamic pose, possibly in the act of kneeling and balancing its body weight on its bent back and front legs; mounted in a display frame. 245 grams total, 17.5 cm including frame
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s. Property of a London gentleman.
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Mesopotamian White Stone Cylinder Seal with Seated Figures
3rd millennium B.C.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £300
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Ex S. collection, London, UK, 1980s-2000s.
