Loading, please wait...
LOT 1570
Western Asiatic Stone Stamp Seal Group
CIRCA 4TH-3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/2 - 3/4 in. (9.74 grams total, 12-19 mm).
Comprising one irregular with a net motif to the underside, one plano-convex with a start motif to the underside; two rectangular with incised geometric motives to both faces. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the deceased estate of a specialist collector of seals, Woodbury, Connecticut, U.S.A.
From a private collection, acquired in 2006.
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
LOT 1570
Western Asiatic Stone Stamp Seal Group
Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
-
Western Asiatic Decorated Terracotta Cup
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £40 - 60 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising a rounded underside and sloped conical shoulder, broad flared rim to the mouth; ribbed panels to the neck and equator. 157 grams, 9.5 cm wide
Ex North West London specialist collection of pottery, 1990s. -
Sasanian Carnelian Stamp Seal with Gryphon
3rd-7th century A.D.Estimate: £30 - 40 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Plano-convex type with profile crouching gryphon, billets to the border; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 2.45 grams, 13 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Variegated Green Agate Gemstone with Worship Scene
Circa 8th-6th century B.C.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Scaraboid type with intaglio scene depicting a standing robed figure on a baseline with arms raised towards a crescent moon above two altars; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 5.64 grams, 22 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
