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LOT 1725
Western Asiatic Stone Cylinder Seal Group
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/2 - 7/8 in. (12.9 grams total, 12.3-21.08 mm).
Comprising: frieze of a standing figure with rearing animals; winged beast facing a figure with pelletted headdress holding the hind leg of an ibex; figure with a staff facing towards a fleeing ibex, gryphon to his rear; row of running ibexes; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Western Asiatic Grey Stone Cylinder Seal with Figural Scene
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Frieze with two facing figures with staffs, horse and foal, structure between; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 2.68 grams, 16.81 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Stone Bead Necklace and Earring Set
Sumerian, circa 3,000 B.C. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £78
A matched set formed of alternating white and dark annular beads; restrung with a modern clasp and earring hooks. 15 grams total, 6.3-48 cm
Acquired from Ancient Art, London, UK. From the collection of a Nottingham, UK, collector, established from the early 2000s. Accompanied by the original Ancient Art certificate of authenticity. -
Amlash Terracotta Jug with Flared Mouth
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Comprising an ovoid body with a flat base, trumpet-shaped neck and a single handle to the rear. 305 grams, 14.6 cm
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
