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LOT 0486
Sold for (Inc. bp): £247
EGYPTIAN PYRAMID OF DJEDEFRE FOUNDATION DEPOSIT
FIFTH DYNASTY, 2465-2323 B.C.
1 3/4 - 2 3/4 in. (149 grams total, 44-69 mm).
FIFTH DYNASTY, 2465-2323 B.C.
1 3/4 - 2 3/4 in. (149 grams total, 44-69 mm).
A group of eight small ceramic offering dishes from the pyramid area of Djedefre at Abu Sir. [8, No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From an old UK collection.
From the private collection of Alf Baxendale (1941-2016) part 2, keen Egyptologist, member of the Egyptology Society, trustee of the Amarna Trust; thence by descent.
Accompanied by an identification display card.
Accompanied by a copy of his obituary published in Horizon, The Amarna Project and Amarna Trust newsletter, Issue 18, 2017, p.21, by Barry John Kemp, CBE, FBA, Professor Emeritus of Egyptology at the University of Cambridge and directing excavations at Amarna in Egypt.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
