An Exhibited Amlash Bronze Mountain Goat, ca. 7th - 5th century BCE Jewelry - Gemstones formed in the 1970s-1980s

formed in the 1970s-1980s

An exceptional Neo-Assyrian cylinder seal masterfully carved from fine black hematite depicting a richly symbolic ritual scene

rather than just paint sitting on the surface

which may symbolize breasts or attributes of fertility

interspersed with small garnet spacer beads

An Exhibited Amlash Bronze Mountain Goat, ca. 7th - 5th century BCE Jewelry - Gemstones formed in the 1970s-1980sThis majestic depiction of a mountain goat indeed captures the animal's balance, strength, and fearless nature. A true monarch of the high grounds, the animal is solid cast in bronze using the lost wax method and is portrayed in an alert stance, the head with a spade shaped beard, pointed perked ears, round eyes, and a grooved mouth. Incised details enhance his long, powerfully curved horns, the short tail is raised and alert, while the four legs