Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String

Modelled in the round with short muzzle and ears laid flat, incised detailing to the eyes and whiskers; mounted on a custom-made stand. 169 grams total, lion: 25 mm, 93 mm high including stand



Acquired on the American (?) art market. Private collection, London, UK.

Round openwork body with loop on the reverse, accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 45 x 45 x 15 mm. This is roughly round, with flat face and flat back and with scalloped edges. A handle of inverted V-shape is mounted on the back. The design consists of an outer scalloped band joined to the centre with straight arms with thickened ends which meet in the middle, but divided into two pairs. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is dented, and has some incrustation on the surface, which could be removed. Generally it is in good condition.' 28.4 grams, 46 mm



Acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Ex property of a West London businessman. Academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Accompanied by a copy of a scholarly report, numbered R-507, typed and signed by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert.

Rectangular amulet featuring a standing stylised figure holding a kopesh on both larger sides, one narrow side with a crescent moon and three stars, the other narrow side with a large star. 2.11 grams, 16 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.