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Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti
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LOT 0403

Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti

PTOLEMAIC PERIOD, 332-30 B.C.

2 3/4 in. (9.43 grams, 70 mm).

Plano-convex in section with plain back, mummiform type with agricultural tools. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 0403

Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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