A nice Near Eastern black steatite cylinder seal
A nice Near Eastern black steatite cylinder seal, 2nd Millennium BC, depicting a richly adorned figure presenting offering to a seated deity or king, a small figure between them. Nicely detailed and well-preserved. L: 37 mm. Custom base with roll-out. Ex Tachner collection acquired at Ariadne gallery, NY (1980).
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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A nice Near Eastern black steatite cylinder seal, 2nd Millennium BC, depicting a richly adorned figure presenting offering to a seated deity or king, a small figure between them. Nicely detailed and well-preserved. L: 37 mm. Custom base with roll-out. Ex Tachner collection acquired at Ariadne gallery, NY (1980).
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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