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LOT 0951
Western Asiatic Green Jasper Cylinder Seal with Presentation Scene
21ST CENTURY B.C.
1 1/4 in. (9.7 grams, 31 mm).
Presenting a seated figure of crowned ruler in a flounced robe with a cup in his raised hand, facing a standing figure of a dignitary with an abacus or frame in one raised hand, and a soldier behind bearing a fan and staff; objects in the field; accompanied by a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2000s.
Important collection of a London gentleman.
Cf. Collon, D., Catalogue of the Western Asiatic Seals in the British Museum: Cylinder Seals II: Akkadian, Post Akkadian, Ur III periods, London, pl.XLIII, no.358, for type.
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LOT 0951
Western Asiatic Green Jasper Cylinder Seal with Presentation Scene
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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Opening Bid: £833
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Bactrian Stone Head
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £442
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English private collection, 1987. Richard Rooney stand, 1990s. -
Bactrian Veined Alabaster Footed Cup
Mid 1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
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Fine condition.
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