Middle Assyrian Red Coral Cylinder Seal

拍品描述

Circa 1350-1100 B.C. Small seal with gryphons with crossed necks, two males looking at each other with a stylised tree between them; supplied with a museum-quality impression. Cf. a similar seal in Henning Von der Osten, H., Ancient Oriental Seals in the collection of Mr.E.T.Newell, Chicago, 1954, no.105 (Enkidu and Gilgamesh fighting with a winged creature). 1.8 grams, 18 mm (3/4 in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. Accompanied by a previous typed catalogue slip with collection no.56. 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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