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Group of 4 Bactrian Lapis Lion Amulets, ex-Malter

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Group of 4 Bactrian Lapis Lion Amulets, ex-Malter

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Description

Ancient Near East, Bactria, ca. 2500 to 2250 BCE. A set of 4 petite lion amulets carved from vibrant lapis lazuli. Each leonine creature lays recumbent while raising its head, the detailing formed by delicate string-cut grooves. Lions were a symbol of strength and virility through the ancient world. Size of largest: 0.75" L x 0.2" W x 0.6" H (1.9 cm x 0.5 cm x 1.5 cm)

Provenance: private Charlotte, North Carolina, USA collection; ex-Joel Malter collection, prior to 2004

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Condition

All are intact and very good with great stone color.

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Group of 4 Bactrian Lapis Lion Amulets, ex-Malter

Name: Group of 4 Bactrian Lapis Lion Amulets, ex-Malter
SKU: 160454369
Price: 1000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $1,500

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