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LOT 0489
Egyptian Multi-Stranded Mummy Bead Necklace Collection
LATE PERIOD, 664-525 B.C.
26 3/4 - 27 1/2 in. (65 grams total, 68-70 cm long).
Comprising three restrung, multi-stranded composition necklaces composed of mainly annular and tubular polychrome beads. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired before 1979.
From the private collection of Mr F. A., South Kensington, London, UK; thence by descent 2014.
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Egyptian Polished Black Stone Pesesh-Kef Amulet
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £300
Ostrich feathers of Amun, delineated with a single vertical groove and curved tips; integral suspension loop to reverse; likely obsidian or basalt. 3.75 grams, 29 mm
From an early 20th century collection, Home Counties, UK, 1930-1940s.
The Pesesh-kef was a 'magical' ritual implement used in the ancient Egyptian Opening of the Mouth ceremony, which may have represented an implement used to cut umbilical cords. During the Opening of the Mouth ritual, priests held the implement to the mouth of a cult statue or mummy, allowing it to receive offerings. -
Phoenician Blue Glass Bifacial 'Lady in the Window' Type Pierced Disc
7th-6th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Composed of a bifacial oval plaque showing a female face in relief to both sides, stylised facial detailing and shoulder-length hair; mounting socket to one end. 2.49 grams, 26 mm
From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, thence by descent. -
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Egyptian Limestone Relief Fragment Group
Late Period, 664-332 B.C. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £221
Some with detailing, one with male face to left with eye and ear remaining. 2.78 kg total, 8.1-24 cm
Fine condition.
Swiss collection prior to late 1990s. Private London collection since 1999.
