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LOT 1319

Western Asiatic Haematite Cylinder Seal with Worship Scene

2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

5/8 in. (3.56 grams, 17 mm).

With frieze of standing figures addressing a seated figure in a long robe holding up a cup; supplied with a museum-quality impression.

Provenance

Ex S Collection, London, UK, 1970-1990s.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 1319

Western Asiatic Haematite Cylinder Seal with Worship Scene

Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)

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