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Babylonian Votive Clay Cuneiform Cone Fragment of Gudea from Telloh Babylonian Votive Clay Cuneiform Cone Fragment of Gudea from Telloh Babylonian Votive Clay Cuneiform Cone Fragment of Gudea from Telloh
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LOT 0906

Babylonian Votive Clay Cuneiform Cone Fragment of Gudea from Telloh

LATE 3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 3/8 in. (105 grams, 60 mm).

Composed of a domed head and tapering cylindrical body bearing cuneiform text to each aspect. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1970-1990.
Ex collection of a deceased gentleman by descent to his family.

Literature

Cf. The Metropolitan Museum, New York, accession number 86.11.270, for this class of object.

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LOT 0906

Babylonian Votive Clay Cuneiform Cone Fragment of Gudea from Telloh

Sold for (Inc. bp): £364

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