Western Asiatic Black Hardstone Cylinder Seal

Object Description

A finely preserved, Western Asiatic black hardstone cylinder seal. The frieze depicts three tall, robed figures in profile, possibly depicting two subjects facing a king. Various filler motifs surround them, including a smaller winged animal deity, an undulating snake and a winged sun disc. The seal is accompanied by a museum-quality impression.

Cylinder: 8.84g Relief Impression: 4.70g

Cylinder: L 2.9cm X W 1.2cm

Relief Impression: L 5.6cm X W 2.6cm

Date: Circa 2000 – 1600 BC

Object History

From the ‘S’ collection, acquired 1970-1990s. The collection in its entirety was seen and studied by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993.

Object Condition

Very good condition. Slight fading of the frieze and scratching.

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