A Sumerian terracotta cuneiform foundation cone, second dynasty of Lagash, reign of Gudea, circa 2141-2122 BC, from the temple of Ningirsu at Tello (Girsu), inscribed with columns of text, length 11cm. Provenance: from the estate of a West Sussex collector. Note: these symbolic pegs were embedded into temple walls to commemorate the royal builder. Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.