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LOT 0437
Estimate
GBP (£) 250 - 350
EUR (€) 290 - 400
USD ($) 330 - 470
EGYPTIAN HARDSTONE ARCHITECTURAL AMULET
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
1 in. (3.15 grams, 24 mm).
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
1 in. (3.15 grams, 24 mm).
Carved haematite representation of a carpenter's or stonemason's set-square.
PROVENANCE:
with Hotel des Ventes, Drouot, Paris, France.
From the collection of Mr H. Naudy, Paris, France.
Acquired at between 2004-2010.
Property of a French collector.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, pl.87(c).
FOOTNOTES:
The L-shaped carpenter's or stonemason's square was used to measure right angles. Amulets of this tool symbolised integrity, moral uprightness, emotional equilibrium, and balance.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
