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LOT 0444
Egyptian Basalt Kohl Pot
16TH-11TH CENTURY B.C.
1 1/2 in. (78 grams, 40 mm).
Carved into the shape of a poppy head with flange rim; old inked collector's number to base '1935.438'.
ProvenanceFrom the estate of a deceased American, acquired between 1970-1989.
with Bonhams, London, Knightsbridge, 28 October 2009, no.23 [part].
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 0444
Egyptian Basalt Kohl Pot
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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Egyptian Banded Agate Kohl Pot
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Cone-shaped body with traces of lug handles on the upper third; narrow opening at the top with a thin, flattened rim. 94 grams, 75 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
This vessel's unusual triangular shape is thought to be limited to the Late Period; other comparable examples are known (e.g., Barbotin, C., Collection égyptienne: Musée Granet - Aix-en-Provence, Aix-en-Provence, 1995, p. 166, no. 97). -
Large Egyptian Amethyst Heart Amulet
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £572
Carved with a suspension loop and lateral spurs; loop chipped. 9.75 grams, 31 mm
Ex early 20th century Home Counties, UK, collection. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Egyptian Faience Turtle Amulet
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Blue glazed turtle amulet or bead with flat base and incised lines to each leg, pierced for suspension. 0.76 grams, 11 mm
From an early 20th century collection. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
Turtle amulets have a rich history in ancient Egypt. The turtle was considered to possess a dual character. On one hand, it lived in the dark depths, embodying cosmic danger and was ritually annihilated. On the other hand, its power could be harnessed to ward off evil and work to the advantage of people, making turtle amulets a potent symbol of protection.
