Exceptional Near Eastern Hematite Cylinder Seal with Domestic Scene
An exceptionally beautiful Near Eastern seal, pierced longitudinally for suspension. The seal has been carved from dark, lustrous hematite stone with what looks like to be a domestic scene. The features of the two figures facing each other are full of delicate detail, beautifully rendered. Measurements: 2. 5cm length Provenance: Ex major SM. , London, Collection 1970-2010.
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An exceptionally beautiful Near Eastern seal, pierced longitudinally for suspension. The seal has been carved from dark, lustrous hematite stone with what looks like to be a domestic scene. The features of the two figures facing each other are full of delicate detail, beautifully rendered. Measurements: 2. 5cm length Provenance: Ex major SM. , London, Collection 1970-2010.