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LOT 0029
Egyptian Coptic Textile Collection in Folder
CIRCA 5TH-7TH CENTURY A.D.
11 1/2 x 9 7/8 in. (768 grams, 29 x 25 cm).
Comprising 31 fragments of linen and wool textiles decorated with various subject matter: geometric motifs; symbolic interlaced panels and frieze; vases; human and animal figures; the designs executed using a variety of colours; displayed in a ring binder. [31, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1996.
Property of a North American collector.
London collection, 2016.
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Large Egyptian Hardstone Scarab
Late Period, 664-323 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Carved with stylised anatomical detailing and drilled for suspension; blank base. 5.12 grams, 22 mm
From an early 20th century collection, Carnavon, North Wales, UK. -
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Egyptian Multi-Stranded Faience Mummy Bead Necklace
Late Period, 664-525 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Composed of polychrome beads of mainly tubular and annular types; modern clasp. 31 grams, 72 cm long
Acquired before 1979. From the private collection of Mr F. A., South Kensington, London, UK; thence by descent 2014. -
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Egyptian Painted Wooden Mummy Mask
4th-3rd century B.C.Estimate: £5,000 - 7,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £2,500
Displaying semi-naturalistic detailing in relief, beneath a band of headdress ornament composed of rows of architectural dot-and-dash and zig-zag patterns over a segmental panel, possible hieroglyphs to the top tier; attachment pegs to the sides of the face and through the head; extensive remains of painted black pigmentation and composition fill to the eyes. 677 grams, 36 cm
From a French estate, acquired between 1960 and 1980. with SAS Cornette de Saint Cyr Auction, Paris, Vente 882, Mobilier et Objets d'art, 2 December 2014, lot 69. Accompanied by a copy of a French cultural passport no.167062. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Alberto Maria Pollastrini. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11807-206837.
