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Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion and Male Figure Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion and Male Figure Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion and Male Figure Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion and Male Figure Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion and Male Figure Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion and Male Figure
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LOT 1047

Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion and Male Figure

2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 1/2 in. (97 grams, 64 mm).

Rectangular in profile with carved detailing; obverse with standing figure in ankle-length robe, bearded head turned; dividing rib beside an advancing lion with mouth open; reverse scene with perching bird and other items; pierced vertically for mounting.

Provenance

Collected from 1970-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.

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LOT 1047

Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion and Male Figure

Estimate £450 - 650€520 - 750 (for guidance only)$610 - 880 (for guidance only)

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