Old Babylonian Haematite Cylinder Seal

GBP 450.00

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Object Description

A fine Old Babylonian cylinder seal produced from haematite. The scene features three figures, one possibly a fertility goddess with her hands clasped at her chest. To the left is a male figure, facing the opposite way, with his arm raised to his chest. Facing him is a robed figure with one hand also raised, displaying qualities of a worshiper. The cylinder seal is pierced vertically for suspension.

Date: Circa 1894–1595 BC

Object Condition

Very fine condition

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:0.7 x H:1.7 centimeters

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Trent Park Equestrian Centre
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Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

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