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LOT 1496
Western Asiatic Bronze Seal with Gryphon
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3/4 in. (4.31 grams, 19 mm).
Rectangular block with recurved wire handle; incuse profile gryphon motif. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx London, UK, gentleman's collection by descent, 1980s.
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Kassite Agate Eye Bead with Cuneiform Inscription for King Kurigalzu II in Gold Mount
1400-1000 B.C.Estimate: £80,000 - 100,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £40,000
Polished cabochon in a gold frame with radiating bosses, integral loop; reverse with four incised columns of cuneiform text naming Kurigalzu II. 18.30 grams, 42 mm
Private collection, Mrs M.V., circa 1980s. Kept in Switzerland since the late 1980s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13202-249238.
The cuneiform inscription names Kurigalzu II (c.1332-1308 B.C.), 'strong man, King of Babylon, son of Burnaburiaš.' Kurigalzu II was one of the most powerful Kassite rulers, known for his military campaigns and extensive building projects, including the foundation of the city of Dur-Kurigalzu. Inscribed Kassite agate eye beads are rare and are generally understood to have served amuletic or votive functions, combining royal titulary with protective symbolism. -
Western Asiatic Bone Idol Group
2nd century B.C.-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Each plano-convex in section with heavily scored detailing. 5.77 grams total, 39.65-47.82 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Sasanian Chalcedony Stamp Seal with Animal
Circa 3rd-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
With segmented body, incuse quadruped to underside. 13.80 grams, 27.01 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
