A Neo-Assyrian Agate Duck Seal, Neo-Assyrian Empire, ca. 9th-7th century BCE Amulets - Power and help interpret dreams

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associated with water

36 inches (6 cm)

as a young child

where scenes of courtship

A Neo-Assyrian Agate Duck Seal, Neo-Assyrian Empire, ca. 9th-7th century BCE Amulets - Power and help interpret dreamsMasterfully carved from finely banded agate, this charming stamp seal depicts a recumbent duck, its long neck gracefully folded across its back and its head tucked into its plumage, in a natural sleeping pose. The sculptor skillfully exploited the contrasting bands of the agate to enhance the bird's elegant form, while carefully incised details define the eye, elongated bill, and layered feathers. Animal shaped stamp seals of this quality were prized