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LOT 1040
Western Asiatic Bull-Head Black Seal with Hunting Scene
SUSA II, 3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 1/2 in. (41.9 grams, 66 mm).
Carved and polished in the form of a bird (or facing bull's head) with drilled eyes; reverse with incised hunting scene of a central bowman with weapon raised and two gazelles fleeing in opposite directions; with old collector's catalogue slip.
Provenance
From the collection of Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1979-1999.
Accompanied by a copy of a previous illustrated catalogue slip.
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LOT 1040
Western Asiatic Bull-Head Black Seal with Hunting Scene
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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