SASANIAN AGATE STONE SEAL WITH LAMASSU
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Ca. 400-600 AD.An agate stone seal with a cone-shaped body is adorned with an image of the Lamassu, a mythical creature from ancient Mesopotamian mythology. The Lamassu is depicted as a human-headed winged bull, with powerful muscles and a regal posture. The figure is depicted facing to the left, with wings outstretched and a bow at the ready. Its human head is adorned with a crown or headdress. The stone seal is threaded onto a delicate gold hoop with overlapping terminals to secure it. Size: L:23.6mm / W:14.4mm ; 4.09g Provenance: Private London collection, UK art market before 2000. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
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SASANIAN AGATE STONE SEAL WITH LAMASSU
Estimate £750 - £1,500
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