The April 2023 Auctions: Day 2
Fri, Apr 14, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 1198
Sumerian Cuneiform Clay Tablet C. 2400 BCE, With Hero And Lion Verso, H 1.5'' W 1.75'' Depth 0.75''
Estimate: $1,000 - $2,000
Bid Increments
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| $0 | $5 |
| $30 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $400 | $50 |
| $900 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,500 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $150,000 | $10,000 |
Includes box and typed notes on box from Edgar Banks states "found at Jokha, the ruin of the ancient city of Umma... depicting the tale of Gilgamesh" Provenance: Collection of Edgar J. Banks (1866- 1945); Purchased by Dr. John Harvey Kellogg (1852-1943); By family descent to consignor. Edgar Banks was a diplomat and archaeologist upon whom the fictional character of Indiana Jones was based. Dr. J.H. Kellogg was the founder of the Battle Creek Sanitarium and inventor of the Corn Flake.
Condition
Has pen marked #"20" on verso. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ìRequest Condition Reportî or ìAsk a Questionî buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.
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