Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Stamp Seal, c. 1200-800 BCE

Category: Sealings This steatite stamp seal from the Near East features a geometric pattern that is both aesthetic and functional. Such seals were used to secure and decorate containers or documents,

Ancient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and tr

Category: Sealings This steatite stamp seal from the Near East features a geometric pattern that is both aesthetic and functional. Such seals were used to secure and decorate containers or documents,

Ancient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and tr

Ancient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and tr

Ancient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and tr

Ancient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and tr

Ancient steatite stamp seal from the Near Eastern Iron Age, featuring intricate geometric and astral designs. This artifact reflects the cultural significance of seals in ancient administrative and tr

This three-sided stamp seal, made from steatite, dates back to the Iron Age of the Near East. Each face of the seal features distinct, intricately carved motifs, which were used to imprint clay and wa

This dual-faced stamp seal from the Akkadian Empire showcases the high level of symbolic and functional artistry typical of the period. The intricate carvings on both sides were used to seal and secur

This stamp seal, dating to the Middle Assyrian period, showcases the evolution of seal design with its geometric and symbolic motifs. Used for marking goods and sealing documents, it reflects the admi

This unique two-faced stamp seal from the Akkadian Empire era is crafted from steatite, a material favored for its durability and ease of carving. The intricate designs on both sides of the seal would

This two-faced stamp seal from the Old Babylonian Period is a fine example of the intricate craftsmanship of Mesopotamian artisans. The detailed engravings on each face likely depict mythological scen

A Near Eastern black steatite stamp seal, c. 1000 - 800 BC, with large gabled handle with horizontal drill for suspension, the base square and featuring a seated figure and a quadruped. H: 17 mm. Ex C

This steatite double-faced stamp seal from the Iron Age reflects the intricate artisanship of the Near Eastern civilizations, possibly from the period of the Middle Assyrian Empire. The seal features

This cylinder seal from the Neo-Assyrian period is carved from steatite, a material favored for its durability and ease of carving. The intricate engravings likely served both decorative and functiona

This steatite linear stamp, originating from the Uruk period of the Near East, around 3300 to 3100 BCE, features repetitive geometric patterns. Stamps like this were primarily used for marking goods a

A Near Eastern black steatite stamp seal, c. 3rd Millennium BC, roughly oval shaped with domed back and large suspension loop, on base a pair of antelope, one leaping and the other grazing. 2.5 x 2.5

A nice Near Eastern Halaf period green steatite stamp seal, c. 5th Millennium BC, with square body and raised rectangular handle with perforation through sides. On base, an incised pattern consisting

Possessing intricate geometric patterns, this Near Eastern steatite stamp seal was a personal mark of ownership and authenticity. Such seals were pressed into wet clay to seal documents and goods, ind

Ancient Near Eastern Stone Seal c.800 - 500 BC. Near Eastern Stamp seal with the crude design of animal. Size:2cm approximatelyEx private NY collection.

Ancient Near East, northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. A cast-bronze stamp seal with an abstract standing zebu figure acting as the handle. The zebu is a domesticated form of the Asian a

Lot of 4 Ancient Near Eastern Stamp Seals c.1st MILLENNIUM B.C. Size 17-22 mm. Great Collection of 3 Neo Babylonian Stone stamp seals 2 carved with Deity hands raised to the Sun, together with a Hemat

This black steatite stamp seal, measuring 4x2.5cm, is a relic from the Near Eastern region, dating back to approximately 400-300 BC. Its deeply etched patterns are emblematic of the iconography preval