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LOT 0011
Egyptian Faience Bead Necklace String with Large Bes Amulet
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
22 in. (18 grams, 56 cm).
Restrung using mainly annular and tubular beads, with four larger oblate beads; central feature a large (5cm) Bes pendant, the god standing on a plinth and wearing an elaborate headdress.
ProvenanceFrom the vendor's grandfather's collection, formed in the 1950s; thence by family descent circa 1974.
FootnotesBes became one of ancient Egypt's most popular apotropaic deities from the New Kingdom onwards. Despite his rather fearful appearance, Bes was the patron and protector of pregnant women and children. He was also believed to provide protection from snakes.
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LOT 0011
Egyptian Faience Bead Necklace String with Large Bes Amulet
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
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