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LOT 1197

West Central Asian Bronze Human Figural Stamp Seal

CIRCA 2200-1800 B.C.

1 1/2 in. (23 grams, 40 mm).

Compartmented stamp seal with a stalk handle, accompanied by a copy of an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 40 x 33.5 x 22 mm. This has flat face and flat back, on which a tall stalk handle is mounted. it has an unusual shape, and the design is both compartmented and open-work in part. it may be a stylized depiction of a standing human figure akimbo, but if not the matter is open. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The metal is in good condition, but the edges of the piece are dented in places. It is a rare design.'

Provenance

From the late S M collection, London, UK, 1969-1999.

Accompanied by an original typed and signed scholarly note by the late W.G. Lambert, 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.

CONDITION

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LOT 1197

West Central Asian Bronze Human Figural Stamp Seal

Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)

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