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LOT 0011
Egyptian Bronze Figure of Osiris Wearing Plumed Atef Crown
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
6 in. (70 grams total, 15.2 cm high including stand).
With frontal uraeus, holding the crook and flail in his hands; mounted on a custom-made stand.
ProvenanceOld Dutch collection, acquired prior to 1985.
Ex Netherlands ancient art gallery.
Ex Artemission, London SW5, UK.
Private collection of Mr T.H., Norfolk, UK.
Accompanied by a previous dealer's certificate of authenticity and invoice.
Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, item 12(d).
FootnotesOsiris is a deity who represents both death and fertility and is commonly regarded as the quintessential god of rebirth. Though he was once a mortal ruler, as a deceased entity his domain was the Underworld. Abydos was the primary centre of Osiris’ cult, where a renowned yearly celebration of the god was held. Statues of Osiris were dedicated at temples throughout Egypt to ensure the god's protection and blessings.
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LOT 0011
Egyptian Bronze Figure of Osiris Wearing Plumed Atef Crown
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
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