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LOT 1235

Assyrian Haematite Cylinder Seal with Hunting Scene

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

5/8 in. (3.65 grams, 15 mm).

Frieze including ribbed arch, gryphon drawing a bow, winged sun-disc, rampant ibex.

Provenance

From the 'S' collection, 1970-1990s.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 1235

Assyrian Haematite Cylinder Seal with Hunting Scene

Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)

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