CYLINDER SEAL Fritte H. 20 mm Egypt, Old Kingdom, c. 2700-2200 BC Provenance French private collection, acquired at Hôtel Drouot in 1990 - early 2000 An elongated cylindrical shape with a longitudinal perforation through which a hanging wire or rod can pass. The modern impression (visible on clay or plaster) reveals the clarity of the engraved decoration: stylised hieroglyphic signs can be seen framed by decorative borders forming a cartouche or rectangular frame (to be translated). An Egyptian Old Kingdom Frit Cylinder Seal. c.2700-2200 BCE Presenting an elongated cylindrical form with longitudinal perforation allowing passage of thread or rod for suspension. The modern impression (visible on clay or plaster) reveals the sharpness of the engraved decoration: one can distinguish stylized hieroglyphic signs framed by decorative borders forming a cartouche or rectangular frame.