SealsMesopotamian
Early Dynastic I-II Seal with Man and Animals
Description
Bearded god with a simple horned crown and thick cloak thrown over one shoulder sitting on a cube-shaped throne. His uncovered arm is raised at an angle. Two other gods in long pleated robes lead a scorpion man between them to the seated god.
Dimensions
2.6 x 1.6 cm (1 x 5/8 in.)
Provenance
Hans Silvius von Aulock, Istanbul; sold [through Christie's, New York, June 13, 2000, no.532] to Harvard University Art Museums.
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