An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Stamp Seal with Dual Faces, Old Babylonian Period, c. 2000-1600 BCE

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

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 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 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 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

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

Category: Cylinder Seals and Impressions This Old Babylonian period steatite cylinder seal features a meticulously carved scene of an animal feasting on fruit from a tree, illustrating the Mesopotamia

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

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Old Babylonian Period, ca. 2000 to 1600 BCE. A trio of cuneiform tablets, also known as biscuits, each partially translated. One is an account of fields in the town of

**First Time At Auction** Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Old Babylonian Period, ca. 2000 to 1600 BCE. A very old administrative document listing fields, in the form of a ceramic "biscuit," a tablet c

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Old Babylonian Period, ca. 2000 to 1600 BCE. A pair of ceramic "biscuits" or tablets inscribed with dense lines of cuneiform text. The larger of the two is translated (

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Babylon, Old Babylonian Period, ca. 2000 to 1600 BCE. A fine, press-molded terracotta plaque featuring the intimidating countenance of the legendary demon giant Humbaba

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Babylon, Old Babylonian Period, ca. 2000 to 1600 BCE. A beautiful example of a mold-formed pottery plaque depicting a right-facing woman seated on a throne or chair. Th

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Babylon, Old Babylonian Period, ca. 2000 to 1600 BCE. A hand-built clay bulla of petite size bearing 9 lines of inscribed Akkadian script. The text shows that it was cr

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

This double convex stamp seal, made from grey steatite, dates back to the Early Dynastic Period of Mesopotamia (c. 3000-2000 BCE). It exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship and the cultural significa