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LOT 0192
Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,120
LARGE AKKADIAN INSCRIBED CYLINDER SEAL WITH CONTEST SCENES
2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/8 in. (22.8 grams, 30 mm).
2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/8 in. (22.8 grams, 30 mm).
Green serpentine with two contest scenes between beast-men and rearing animals, three columns of cuneiform text. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From the Rihani family collection, formed 1970-1980s.
From a collection acquired from various auction houses in the UK.
From the estate of Mr R.W., a private Wiltshire, UK, collector; thence by descent.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
