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LOT 0292
Sold for (Inc. bp): £416
LARGE SUMERIAN ALABASTER CYLINDER SEAL WITH HERO HOLDING IBEXES
EARLY DYNASTIC, 3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 in. (30.8 grams, 52 mm).
EARLY DYNASTIC, 3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 in. (30.8 grams, 52 mm).
Featuring a single horizontal register comprising a central human figure holding two ibexes by their hindlegs, several zoomorphic figures to the sides, possibly depicting vultures and fish.
PROVENANCE:
Ex Cotswold, UK, collection, 1980.
A large part of the collection was sold by a Cirencester auction house in November 2018.
Accompanied by a previous typed cataloguing card.
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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.
