Western Asiatic Animal Collection

3RD-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

7/8 - 1 1/8 in. (23 grams total, 21-30 mm).

Group of four carved stone animals comprising: two limestone reclining lions; a green glass lion with head turned, loop to the reverse, socket for attachment of a separate face panel; boar crouching with legs folded beneath the body.

Provenance

Acquired in Europe in 2002.
European private collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 1061