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LOT 0184
Sumerian Cuneiform Foundation Cone from Lagash During the Reign of Gudea
CIRCA 2100 B.C.
4 3/8 in. (188 grams, 11.1 cm).
From the temple of Ningirsu at Tello (Girsu) during the Second Dynasty of Lagash; inscribed with columns of cuneiform text:
'For Ningirsu, Enlil's strong hero, Gudéa prince of Lagaš, made immutable values (= rites) shine forth and built Eninnu his white eagle and restored it.' [No Reserve]
Provenance
Previously from the estate of a West Sussex, UK, collector.
From a collection acquired from various auction houses in the UK.
From the estate of Mr R.W., a private Wiltshire, UK, collector; thence by descent.
Footnotes
Votive cones are one type of royal foundation deposit, objects that were buried in the walls and beneath the floors of important buildings during construction to sanctify the site and to create a historical memory of the ruler and his achievements.
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LOT 0184
Sumerian Cuneiform Foundation Cone from Lagash During the Reign of Gudea
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,820
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