Sold2024A Near Eastern Uruk Period Steatite Stamp with Bull Motif, c. 3300-3100 BCEThis steatite stamp from the Uruk Period features a finely carved bull, symbolizing strength and fertility, common motifs in the Near Eastern iconography of that era. Such stamps were used to decorateSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Uruk Period Steatite Linear Stamp, c. 3300-3100 BCEThis 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 aSee Sold Price
2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Stamp Seal, Middle Assyrian Period, c. 1392-934 BCEThis 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 admiSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Middle Assyrian Empire Double-Faced Stamp Seal, Steatite, c. 1200-800 BCEThis 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 featuresSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Three-Sided Stamp Seal, c. 1200-800 BCEThis 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 waSee Sold Price
Sold20223 Mesopotamian & 1 Sumerian Stone Stamp SealsAncient Near East, Sumer, Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3100 BCE; Mesopotamia, ca. 2200 to 1800 BCE. A fine set of 4 hand-carved stone stamp seals of cylindrical and hemispherical forms from across thSee Sold Price
Sold2022Early Sumerian Stone Cylinder Seal Bead w/ FiguresAncient Near East, Mesopotamia, Sumer, Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3100 BCE. A lovely stamp seal of tubular form that is hand-carved from translucent, yellow-white stone. The cylindrical seal bearsSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Two-Faced Stamp Seal, Akkadian Empire, c. 2334-2154 BCEThis 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 securSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Amulet, Neo-Sumerian Period (Ur III), c. 2112-2004 BCEThis carved steatite amulet from the Neo-Sumerian period is adorned with a cross motif, possibly indicating a cosmological or religious significance. Amulets like this were essential for personal protSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Stamp Seal with Dual Faces, Old Babylonian Period, c. 2000-1600 BCEThis 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 scenSee Sold Price
Sold2024Ancient Achaemenid Empire Steatite Stamp Seal, c. 550-330 BCECategory: Stamp Seals This steatite stamp seal from the Achaemenid Empire period, dating between 550 and 330 BCE, showcases intricate carvings of a grazing animal surrounded by symbolic motifs. Its weSee Sold Price
Sold2018Huge / Rare Tell Brak Limestone Eye IdolAncient Near East, modern Syria, Tell Brak, Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3000 BCE. An eye idol of monumental proportions, hand-carved from white limestone. The idol is defined by a flat base, a gentlSee Sold Price
Sold2018Exceptional Tel Brak Stone Eye IdolAncient Near East, Tel Brak, modern day Syria, Late Uruk Period, ca. 3300 to 3000 BCE. Hand-carved using drills and string cutting from a creamy alabaster, this is one of the most famous artifacts froSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Egyptian Amethyst Scarab Stamp Seal, Late Period, c. 664-332 BCEExemplifying the sophistication of Egyptian lapidary techniques, this amethyst scarab stamp seal carries the hallmarks of the Late Period. The underside of the seal bears hieroglyphs, suggesting its uSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Akkadian Chlorite Schist Double Convex Stamp Seal, c. 2350-2150 BCEThis double convex stamp seal, made from fine chlorite schist. Dating back to the Akkadian period (c. 2350-2150 BCE), it exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and artistic refinement of MesopotamianSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Egyptian Glazed Steatite Bastet Amulet, Late Period, c. 664-332 BCEA testament to the Egyptians' profound reverence for Bastet, the goddess of home, fertility, and childbirth, this glazed steatite amulet reflects the deep spiritual connection and craftsmanship of theSee Sold Price
Sold2024An Ancient Egyptian Steatite Scarab Seal, c. 1550-1070 BCEThis ancient Egyptian steatite scarab seal hails from the New Kingdom period, a time when such amulets were imbued with religious significance and used for sealing documents and declarations. Its intrSee Sold Price
Sold2024Lot of Antique Harappan Lapis Lazuli Bull Zoomorphic Beads, c. 2500-1900 BCEThis exquisite pair of bull zoomorphic beads, made from rich blue lapis lazuli, dates back to the Harappan period (c. 2500-1900 BCE). It exemplifies the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic ingenuitSee Sold Price
Sold2022Pair of Huge Byzantine Stone Mosaics w/ Geometric MotifNear Eastern, Eastern Empire, Early Byzantine Period, ca. 7th century CE. An opulent pair of ornamental floor or wall mosaics, each of a massive, rectangular form and featuring an ornate design delineSee Sold Price
Sold2018Mesopotamian Stone Bull w/ Lapis Lazuli - CIRAM TestMesopotamia, Uruk period, 3rd millennium BCE. Finely carved from a white sedimentary stone, such as limestone, with blue lapis lazuli inlays, a recumbent bull that may have served as a votive offeringSee Sold Price
Sold2023Nayarit polychromed terracotta seated coupleNayarit polychromed terracotta seated couple, Possibly Ixtlan period (c. 300 BCE-300 CE,) Mexico Northwest, white and black slip decoration, modeled as a male and female couple each wearing striped heSee Sold Price
Sold2023Egyptian Alabaster figure of ThothEgyptian Alabaster figure of Thoth, Greco-Roman Period (c. 1st c. BCE - 2nd c. CE), Egypt, modeled in walking position, fists clenched, wearing a tripartite wig and short loincloth, carved with back pSee Sold Price
2021Large Middle Assyrian Smocky Quartz Cylinder SealA large Middle Assyrian smocky quartz cylinder seal. Middle Assyrian Period, c. 1400 - 1100 BCE. Dimension: 2.9x1.5cm. The design features a mythological hunting scene. A mustached hero or god wearingSee Sold Price
Sold2019Large Navajo transitional dazzler rug ca 1880Description: This outstanding weaving incorporates natural and aniline dyed handspun yarns into a brilliant rendition of trnsitional period motifs. Near mint condition with mint ends, tassled cornersSee Sold Price
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