1st millennium BC. A carved lapis lazuli finial from the arm of a throne with D-shaped socket to the rear; formed as the foreparts of a lion with abundant mane covering two lion-cub heads with bearded human faces. 404 grams, 85mm (3 1/4"). From the private collection of a North West London lady; previously with a central London gallery; formerly acquired before 1990; supplied with geologic report No. TL005198, by geologic consultant Dr R. L. Bonewitz. [A video of this item is available to view on TimeLine Auctions website.]Fine condition. Rare.