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LOT 0464
Egyptian Alabaster Vessel
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
3 in. (342 grams, 78 mm high).
A piriform veined alabaster vessel with everted neck and broad rim.
ProvenanceFrench collection, 1960s-early 2000s.
From an important Paris gallery, France.
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Egyptian Bead Necklace with Scarab
Late Period, 664-525 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
A restrung necklace of composition beads of various types with polychrome glazes, together with a central scarab with seated deities to the base. 9.72 grams, 58 cm long
Ex early 20th century French collection. -
Egyptian Feldspar Scarab
New Kingdom, 1550-1069 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £508
An amazonite feldspar scarab with simple detailing to the body and legs; drilled for suspension. 6.35 grams, 22 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired 1979-1999. London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent. -
Egyptian Amethyst Scarab Group
Graeco-Roman Period, 332 B.C.-323 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
A group of two amethyst scarabs pierced for suspension, each with simple detailing to the wings, head and legs. 1.12 grams total, 8-9 mm
Acquired 1980s. Private collection of L.H., Staffordshire, UK. Property of a Sussex, UK, teacher.