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AKKADIAN CYLINDER SEAL WITH ANIMAL DESIGN - ORIGINAL PAPERWORK
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C. 2300-2220 BC. Western Asia, Akkadian. White stone cylinder seal. The design comprises a rearinng goat, two crossed lionesses, two corssed lions and a bull with a human face, In ancient art across Western Asia, the human-headed bull, known as the Lama, Lamma or Lamassu, is a protective deity, probably indicating a desire to confer protection on individuals bearing letters stamped with this seal. Provenance: Ex. London collection 1970s; original note from prof. Lambert dated 1991.
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C. 2300-2220 BC. Western Asia, Akkadian. White stone cylinder seal. The design comprises a rearinng goat, two crossed lionesses, two corssed lions and a bull with a human face, In ancient art across Western Asia, the human-headed bull, known as the Lama, Lamma or Lamassu, is a protective deity, probably indicating a desire to confer protection on individuals bearing letters stamped with this seal. Provenance: Ex. London collection 1970s; original note from prof. Lambert dated 1991.
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This sale takes you on a 5000-year old journey from Ancient Mesopotamia to Ming dynasty China. Featuring Antiquities and Ancient works of art from China, India, the Holy Lands, Western and Southeast Asia. The section includes a great variety of artifacts in terracotta, stucco, bronze and stone- some fascinating Gandhara sculptures depicting Buddha and various scenes, collection of TL-tested Chinese terracotta figurines and vessels. The auction also includes various objects from western Asia and the Holy Lands- rare pots from Persia, Indus Valley Idols, Mesopotamian cuneiform tablets and many others. The Auction features some masterpieces of Chinese art including large stone figures and fully authenticated Chinese bronze vessels. A one a kind auction reflecting the splendor of Asian art throughout the ages! We are members of the BNTA (British Numismatic Trading Association) and the ALR (Art Loss Register). WE ACCEPT DIRECT PAYMENTS IN ALL MAJOR CURRENCIES: USD, GBP AND EUR.
