Large Western Asiatic Stone Cylinder Seal with Animals

2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

1 3/4 in. (52.5 grams, 44 mm).

Densely carved scene with two types of rearing horned animals in combat, depicted with long tails and with fur detailing on the bodies, pellets and other motifs on the field; accompanied by a museum quality impression.

Provenance

From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0195