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LOT 0479
Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Frog Amulet
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
3/4 in. (2.6 grams, 19 mm).
Naturalistically rendered figure of a seated frog with longitudinal suspension hole through feet.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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Egyptian Alabaster Cosmetic Jar
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Tapering gradually towards the top, with two small lugs at the shoulders, a collared rim, and flattened base. 77 grams, 87 mm
Private collection, Zurich, acquired in 1975 when the owners lived in Cairo (1975-1980). with Bonhams London, Antiquities, 23 July 2020, lot 119 (part). Property of a Bristol, UK, gentleman. -
Egyptian Alabaster Alabastron
Third Intermediate Period, circa 8th-7th century B.C.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
Ovoid jar with a rounded base, concave shoulders and flared neck/rim; remains of lug handles. 332 grams, 14 cm
Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. Private collection, Switzerland, thence by descent. Private collection, since the late 1990s. -
Egyptian Carnelian Fly Amulet
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Carved with ribbed body and eye detailing; drilled through the eyes for suspension. 0.37 grams, 12 mm
From the private collection of H. Norry, 1980s-1990s.
