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LOT 1034
Western Asiatic Bronze Artefact Group
1ST-2ND MILLENNIUM A.D.
1 5/8 - 7 5/8 in. (332 grams total, 4.2-19.5 cm).
Comprising various decorative fittings and other artefacts, including a pierced calligraphic mount. [7, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx old English collection.
London art market, 1980s.
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Old Babylonian Lapis Lazuli Cylinder Seal for (the god) Shamash, (and goddess) Aya
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With tall tubular body and broad flange rim. 549 grams, 10 cm high
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