Assyrian Chalcedony Cylinder Seal with Winged Creature and Man
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Assyrian chalcedony cylinder seal depicting a winged creature and a robed man, circa 2nd–1st millennium BC, 2.4 cm long by 1.1 cm wide, perforated for suspension and repaired across the middle, from a private collection (acquired 1992).
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Description from the seller
A finely carved Assyrian chalcedony cylinder seal featuring a cultic scene and perforated for suspension. To the left, a mythical creature, possibly Lamassu the protective deity, is depicted seated facing to the right, with one paw raised. Its features, including a lion's body, tail, and paws, outstretched wings, and a human head have been carefully engraved. In front of Lamassu is a male human figure, depicted robed and standing. His drapery and head are detailed with fine incisions. He appears to hold a small offering cup in his hand. Both figures have one arm raised and outstretched, holding a circular object, possibly an offering or a chaplet, together. There is a cuneiform inscription between the figures' backs. Minor wear and earthy encrustations to the surface. This piece has been repaired, with a horizontal crack across the middle where the pieces were glued together.
Please note, impression is for reference only.
Seals were often made of stone however there are also examples rendered in bone, ivory, faience, glass, metal, wood, and even sun-dried or baked clay. In the ancient world, seals guaranteed the authenticity of marked ownership – as such, they were instrumental in legal transactions, and in the protection of goods against theft. Seal amulets with stylised animals have been found throughout Mesopotamia in contexts dating to the late fourth millennium BC, although stamp seals and cylinder seals were the predominant types in the ancient Near East.
Measurements: L 2.4cm x W 1.1cm
Provenance: From Ex. Cotswold collection 1980. A large part of the collection was sold by a Cirencester Auction in November 2018.
Seller's Story
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ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
A finely carved Assyrian chalcedony cylinder seal featuring a cultic scene and perforated for suspension. To the left, a mythical creature, possibly Lamassu the protective deity, is depicted seated facing to the right, with one paw raised. Its features, including a lion's body, tail, and paws, outstretched wings, and a human head have been carefully engraved. In front of Lamassu is a male human figure, depicted robed and standing. His drapery and head are detailed with fine incisions. He appears to hold a small offering cup in his hand. Both figures have one arm raised and outstretched, holding a circular object, possibly an offering or a chaplet, together. There is a cuneiform inscription between the figures' backs. Minor wear and earthy encrustations to the surface. This piece has been repaired, with a horizontal crack across the middle where the pieces were glued together.
Please note, impression is for reference only.
Seals were often made of stone however there are also examples rendered in bone, ivory, faience, glass, metal, wood, and even sun-dried or baked clay. In the ancient world, seals guaranteed the authenticity of marked ownership – as such, they were instrumental in legal transactions, and in the protection of goods against theft. Seal amulets with stylised animals have been found throughout Mesopotamia in contexts dating to the late fourth millennium BC, although stamp seals and cylinder seals were the predominant types in the ancient Near East.
Measurements: L 2.4cm x W 1.1cm
Provenance: From Ex. Cotswold collection 1980. A large part of the collection was sold by a Cirencester Auction in November 2018.
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Assyrian
Century/timeframe
Circa 2nd-1st Millennium BC
Name of object
Cylinder Seal with Winged Creature and Man
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1992
Material
Chalcedony
Country acquired from
Unknown
Condition
Repaired
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
