Mesopotamian Stone Cylinder Seal with Contest Scene

2500-2300 B.C.

1 in. (7.33 grams, 23 mm).

The scene engraved in a single register, comprising three heroes upending two lions, a rearing stag behind one of the heroes; accompanied by a museum-quality impression; old collection sticker '120' to one end.

Provenance

Cotswold, UK, collection.
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.

Accompanied by a typed and signed note by the late Professor W.G. Lambert, numbered 120.
Accompanied by an old collection ticket.

CONDITION

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LOT 1116