GREEK LAPIS LAZULI LION AMULET. Ca. 500 BC. A small amulet carved from deep blue lapis lazuli in the form of a seated lion on an integral rectangular base. The mane is rendered with incised striations encircling the face and neck, and the facial features are carefully defined. A pierced suspension loop projects from the back. For similar see: Ancient Art from the collection of Barbara Lawrence Fleischman, 1994, Cat. 22. (Lion shape) Size: 30mm x 25mm; Weight: 15.3g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired on the French art market, 1970s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.