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LOT 0754
Egyptian Faience Amuletic Imsety Son of Horus Plaque
LATE PERIOD, CIRCA 664-332 B.C.
2 in. (5.98 grams, 49 mm).
Rectangular green-glazed plaque with standing figure of Imsety in profile, with black pigment to the wig; pierced to the top and bottom; accompanied with a handwritten note reading 'Ancient Egyptian. Fayence pectoral amulet- impressive figure of Imseti, one of the four sons of Horus'. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of David Donlan (1947-2025), a dedicated and lifelong collector with a passion for the ancient world and the natural sciences, forming his collection from 1960s onwards, using many reputable dealers across the United Kingdom, including the well-regarded Coincraft and The Parthenon Gallery.
Accompanied by an old handwritten information ticket.
Cf. Petrie, W.M.F., Amulets. Illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, 1914, pl. XI, no. 93g, for Four Sons of Horus plaques.
FootnotesThe Four Sons of Horus safeguarded the deceased's internal organs. The human-headed Imsety protected the liver, the baboon-headed Hapy the lungs, the jackal-headed Duamutef the stomach, and the falcon-headed Qebehsenuef the intestines. Plaques, such as this one, were sewn onto the mummy's wrappings or visceral packages.
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LOT 0754
Egyptian Faience Amuletic Imsety Son of Horus Plaque
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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