Loading, please wait...
LOT 0222
Mesopotamian Banded Agate Cylinder Seal with Gryphons and God
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3/4 in. (5.43 grams, 20.53 mm).
With combat scene depicting two rearing gryphons flanking a standing bearded figure; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceFrom the 'S' collection, acquired 1970-1990s.
The collection was seen and studied by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993.)
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
TimeLine Auctions follows a 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.
LOT 0222
Mesopotamian Banded Agate Cylinder Seal with Gryphons and God
Sold for (Inc. bp): £780
-
.jpg)
Fatimid Rock Crystal 'Knight' Gaming Piece
9th-10th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £4,550
Hexagonal in plan with low-relief stylised horse to the upper face, the lateral facets with stylised perching bird, advancing leopard and other motifs; repaired. 62.47 grams, 32 mm
Ex Mayfair, London, UK, collection, 1980s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12721-234904. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Western Asiatic Stone Macehead
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Donut-shaped and drilled vertically to accommodate a wooden shaft. 502 grams, 78 mm
From a West London, UK, collection, 1980-1990s. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Tell Halaf Seated Goddess Idol
6th-5th millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
Modelled in the round with legs bent in a crouching posture, arms bent to support the breasts, bands of pigment; head absent. 50.4 grams, 56 mm
Acquired on the German art market, 1989-1995. with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC1, UK, 1998-2003. Property of a London based academic, 2003-present. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
