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LOT 0045
Egyptian Gold Plaque with the Falcon God Horus
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
1 5/8 x 1 1/4 in. (1.03 grams, 40 x 31 mm).
Rectangular foil panel featuring a repoussé motif of a bird with wings spread in an arc, with a sun-disc on its head, and claws clutching each a shen ring; honeycomb detailing on the wings and body.
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, London, UK.
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Opening Bid: £140
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From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Egyptian Gold Plaque with the Falcon God Horus
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
Rectangular foil panel featuring a repoussé motif of a bird with wings spread in an arc, with a sun-disc on its head, and claws clutching each a shen ring; honeycomb detailing on the wings and body. 1.03 grams, 40 x 31 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK. -
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Ptolemaic-Roman Period, circa 332 B.C.-300 A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
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UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK.
