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LOT 0005
Egyptian Limestone Relief Fragment with Female Figure
NEW KINGDOM, 18TH DYNASTY, CIRCA 1295 B.C.
16 1/2 in. (3.12 kg total, 42 cm high including stand).
Showing a female figure as part of a procession, carrying a loaf of bread, a second offerant behind her; mounted on a custom-made display stand.
ProvenanceFrom the estate of the late Professor Dr E. Bernardo Streiff, Geneva; a distinguished collection of antiquities formed during the 1950s-1970s.
with Galerie Rhéa, Zurich, Switzerland.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12625-236383.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
Cf. Davies, NdG., The Tomb of Nefer-hotep at Thebes, pl. XXXVI, for a female figure of similar form.
FootnotesProfessor Dr E. Bernardo Streiff (1911-2001) was a prominent Swiss physician and academic based in Geneva, best known for his contributions to medical science as well as his deep passion for ancient art and antiquities. Over the course of several decades, particularly between the 1950s and 1970s, Professor Streiff assembled a highly regarded private collection of antiquities, reflecting both scholarly discernment and aesthetic sensitivity. His interests focused on the art and material culture of the ancient Mediterranean, with a particular emphasis on Greek, Etruscan, and Roman objects. A connoisseur guided by academic rigour, Dr Streiff maintained close ties with museums, galleries, and archaeological experts of his time. Many pieces from his collection were acquired from leading European dealers and fairs, and are notable for their quality, provenance, and condition. Following his passing, objects from the Streiff collection have appeared in respected sales and exhibitions, recognised for their integrity and the refined eye of the collector behind them.
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LOT 0005
Egyptian Limestone Relief Fragment with Female Figure
Estimate £4,000 - 6,000€4,640 - 6,960 (for guidance only)$5,400 - 8,100 (for guidance only)
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Egyptian Carnelian Bead Bracelet
Late Period, 664-332 B.C. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £286
Composed mainly of biconical, oblate, and other beads with three larger pendants; with modern gold attachment. 16.4 grams total, 21 cm long
From the private collection of the late Mrs Belinda Ellison, a long time member of the Egyptian Exploration Society, c.1940-2020. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Egyptian Faience Shabti for the Fourth Son of Ramesses II, Prince Khaemwaset
New Kingdom, 19th Dynasty, 1279-1213 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,015
The mummiform figure in brownish-black and white faience with black detailing, wearing a round wig featuring a side-lock and a broad collar, the white face displaying eyes, eyebrows, nostrils, and a short beard in black; the arms crossed, and the white-glazed hands holding hoes; a slightly raised white-glazed frontal panel containing a column of hieroglyphic text reads: 'The Osiris, the Sem-Priest, the King's Son, Khaemwaset, True of Voice'. 82.4 grams, 11.8 cm
From the private collection of George Ortiz, Geneva, Switzerland, since before 1981. Received by gift from George Ortiz to the current owner at Mr Ortiz's Geneva home in the summer of 1981. From the private collection of a UK gentleman since the early 1980s. Identified by Professor A.M. Dodson BA, MPhil, PhD, FSA, Department of Anthropology & Archaeology, University of Bristol. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
Khaemwaset was the fourth son of Ramesses II, born to Queen Iset-Nofret. In addition to serving as the Sem-priest of Ptah at Memphis from an early age, he held various titles related to the Memphite cult, including High Priest of Ptah. The side-lock featured on all of Khaemwaset's shabtis is associated with his priestly role. Many shabtis of the prince are known, with the largest single group coming from the Serapeum at Saqqara; however, others have been found in numerous other locations. Since Khaemwaset's tomb has yet to be discovered, it appears that most of the known shabtis may have served as votive offerings in the sacred areas of the Memphite necropolis. His faience shabtis come in various colours, including green, blue, white, and black, and range in size from just under 10 cm to 15 cm in height. The distinctive glaze combination of this example, featuring a raised white-glazed panel contrasting with the darker body colour, is also found on some other 19th Dynasty shabtis (Cf. Janes, G., The Shabti Collections 3: Rochdale Arts & Heritage Service, Cheshire, 2011, pp.1-5 for those of Userhat from Sedment). -
Egyptian Alabaster Alabastron
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Estimate: £800 - 1,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £400
Ovoid jar with a rounded base, concave shoulders and flared neck; remains of lug handles, restored. 332 grams, 14 cm
Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. Private collection, Switzerland, thence by descent. Private collection, since the late 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
