Mesopotamian Cylinder Seal with Contest Scene 2nd millennium B.C. A stone cylinder seal with a double register; the top register with a contest scene, a rearing lion attacking a regardant Lamassu, a lizard behind, Gilgamesh attacking the lion from behind and grasping its tail with his hand; the lower register with a contest scene comprising a lion attacking Lamassu with a rearing antelope behind and Gilgamesh(?) attacking a rearing Lamassu; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 19.3 grams, 35 mm (1 3/8 in.). Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016, collection no.F017. [No Reserve]