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LOT 0482
Egyptian Limestone Ibis Body
LATE PERIOD-PTOLEMAIC PERIOD, 664-30 B.C.
2 1/4 in. (55 grams, 58 mm).
Carved limestone body of an ibis with hole above the shoulders for the bronze neck and head casting, and two angled holes beneath for the legs. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection formed in the 1990s.
Acquired from a central London gallery.
Property of an Essex gentleman.
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Egyptian Blue Faience Shabti with Hieroglyphic Inscription
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
Pale blue glazed composition with T-shaped hieroglyphic inscription to the lower body incorporating mother's name. 23 grams, 81 mm
Acquired from a private UK collection in the late 1990s. Private collection of Mr T.H., Norfolk, UK. -
Egyptian Faience Amulet Group
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
Comprising: pierced rosette pendant; Isis suckling Horus pendant; winged serpent plaque; scaraboid with high-relief Horus to the domed face and 'Men-Kheper-Ra' for Thutmose III to the underside, mounted on a stand with an impression. 38.5 grams total, 23-56 mm
Acquired from a private UK collection in the late 1990s. Private collection of Mr T.H., Norfolk, UK. -
Egyptian Bronze Figure of Isis and Horus
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £572
Amuletic pendant of seated Isis, wearing a cow's horn headdress with a solar disc, suckling the infant Horus with sidelock of youth, resting on her lap; mounted on a custom-made throne-shaped stand. 30.8 grams total, 65 mm high including stand
Acquired on the London art market prior to 2000. Private collection of Anthony Scammel (1937-2019). Ex Artemission, London SW5, UK. Private collection of Mr T.H., Norfolk, UK. Accompanied by a previous dealer's certificate of authenticity and invoice.
