2300-2200 BC. A limestone seal showing a row of five standing figures, accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Cylinder seal of cream stone, 18 x 10.5 mm. The design shows a row of five standing figures, some human in form, some animal, but all on their hind legs. This is in Akkadian seal, circa 2300-2200 BC, from Mesopotamia or a neighbouring area.' 2.81 grams, 18mm (3/4"). From an important collection of Classical and Near Eastern seals formed in the late 1970s and early 1980s; the property of a London gentleman. This lot is part of a single collection of cylinder seals which were examined by the late Professor Lambert in the 1980s and many are accompanied by Professor Lambert's own detailed notes; the collection has recently been reviewed by Dr. Ronald Bonewitz. It is accompanied by a museum-quality impression of the seal's design. TimeLine Auctions Ltd arranges printed catalogue rostrum Auctions, eAuctions and Timed Auctions where we offer antiquities, ancient artefacts / artifacts, antiques, collectibles, coins, medals and books for public sale. [No Reserve]

Fine condition.