Egypto-Phoenician Glass Scarab Seal with Beast-Tamer Scene

拍品描述

Circa 800-600 B.C. Ellipsoid in plan with transverse piercing, impressed intaglio scene of 'beast-tamer' motif (human figure in profile with one arm extended towards a rampant ibex); aqua glass; repaired. 4.28 grams, 19 mm (3/4 in.). Ex the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1979-1999. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous 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. See our website for more information.

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