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LOT 0024
Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Son of Horus Amulet
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
1 1/8 in. (2.52 grams, 28 mm).
Carved amulet of the baboon-headed mummiform figure of Hapy shown standing with dorsal pillar, pierced for suspension.
ProvenancePrivate collection of Mr S.A., Switzerland, 1990s, thence by descent.
LiteratureCf. Eggebrecht, A., Suche nach Unsterblichkeit: Totenkult und Jenseitsglaube im Alten Ägypten, Mainz, 1990, pp.44-45, no.T9, for a similar example in faience.
FootnotesThe Four Sons of Horus were deities responsible for protecting the internal organs of the deceased. The baboon-headed Hapy protected the lungs.
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Egyptian Bronze Figure of Osiris
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £5,980
Solid cast mummiform figure standing on an integral plinth; the god cloaked in a tight-fitting shroud, sporting the ostrich-plumed atef crown with uraeus, divine beard, and holding the characteristic crook and flail regalia; traces of gilding remain; mounted on a custom-made display stand. 811 grams total, 21 cm including stand
Private collection, 19th century, thence by descent. Private collection, Neuchâtel. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12195-222135.
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Large Egyptian Blue Faience Scarab
750-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £572
With boldly indicated head, clypeus, prothorax, and elytra; flat underside; holes at the head, back, and sides for attachment. 19.5 grams, 50 mm
with Beaussant Lefèvre, 17 November 2015, no.48. Acquired by the present owner from the above.
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Egyptian Silver Poppy Head Amulet
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With bulb and disc finial, integral shank and gusseted suspension loop. 1 grams, 17 mm
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