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| Lot# & Name: |
540. Sumerian Large Carved Limestone Cylinder Seal |
| Estimate: |
$2,000-$2,500 |
| Current High Bid: |
$1,000.00 |
| Auction Closed(Final Price) |
$1,000.00 |
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| Category: |
Antiquities
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| Sub Category: |
Ancient Near East - Mesopotamia
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| Culture or Country: |
Mesopotamia.
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| Period: |
Early Dynastic III period, ca. 2600 - 2350 B.C.
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| Size: |
1-3/8”H. x 1-1/16”W. |
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| Description: |
Large carved limestone cylinder seal, depicting a procession of dancing bull deities, having long horns, leading to a seated dignitary with an attendant standing in front. Remains of a bronze pin fill the center suspension hole. Overall general surface weathering, with some scattered loss to the carving. |
| Provenance: |
Private NYC. collection, acquired from Fortuna Fine Arts, 8/14/2008. |
| Shipping Fee: |
| National: |
$50.00 |
| International: |
$95.00 (This is approximate and for Postal Service. Prices may vary, especially for private carriers such as: FEDEX, UPS and BAX).
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Sumerian Large Carved Limestone Cylinder Seal
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