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LOT 0433
Egyptian Faience Crouching Goddess Amulet
PTOLEMAIC PERIOD, 332-30 B.C.
1 5/8 in. (9.25 grams, 42 mm).
Formed as a nude Aphrodite crouching on a square base, her hands raised to dress her hair; socket to reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market during the late 20th century.
From the private collection of David King (1940-2024), Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, UK.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Egyptian Carnelian Amulet Group
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
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From an Israeli collection, 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Egyptian Hardstone Scarab Group
Mainly Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
Most with an incuse design to the underside including cartouche of Thutmose III, lion attacking a deer, hieroglyphic text and others. 11.5 grams total, 14-18 mm
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