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AKKADIAN CYLINDER SEAL WITH SUN-GOD AND ATTENDANTS 2200-2100 BC

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WESTERN ASIATIC AKKADIAN CYLINDER SEAL WITH SUN-GOD AND ATTENDANTS 2200-2100 BC

A hardstone cylinder seal with frieze of figures comprising: the sun-god with rays of light emanating from his shoulders brandishing a knife with which he cut his path through the mountains over which he steps; two attendants facing him in caps and long robes, a third facing him holding open the gate of dawn; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 26 grams, 33mm (1 1/4").


Condition Very fine condition.

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