Near Eastern Carnelian Mouse Amulet

GBP 415.00

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Object Description

A fine Near Eastern carnelian amulet carved in the shape of a mouse. The mouse’s head rests on its front feet and its tail curls naturalistically around its body. The bead is perforated laterally, behind the ears, for suspension. Light encrustations to the surface and a number of hairline cracks to the body of the mouse. A very small puncture mark is visible to mouse’s forehead and at the back.

Date: Late 1st Millennium BC

Object History

Ex S collection, London, UK, 1980’s-1990’s

Object Condition

Good. Some visible hairline cracks.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:2.1 x H:1.3 x D:1 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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