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LOT 0014
Egyptian Sandstone Relief
LATE PERIOD OR PTOLEMAIC PERIOD, 664-31 B.C.
10 5/8 in. (2.8 kg total, 27 cm wide).
Rectangular frieze fragment with low-relief profile bust wearing the double crown; sa symbol (of protection) to the rear; mounted on a custom-made stand.
ProvenanceFrom Galerie Orient-Occident, Paris, France.
with Cahn Auctions, 19 October 2002, no.527.
From the Keane private collection, Kent, UK.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12077-216770.
Cf. Tomoum, N., The Sculptors’ Models of the Late and Ptolemaic Periods, Cairo, 2005, pl. 42 d.
FootnotesPossibly a sculptor's trial piece or model.
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LOT 0014
Egyptian Sandstone Relief
Estimate £4,000 - 6,000€4,640 - 6,960 (for guidance only)$5,400 - 8,100 (for guidance only)
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Modelled in the round with ribbed loop above, flange and two lateral tabs. 1.64 grams, 18 mm
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According to ancient Egyptian beliefs, the heart (ib) was considered to be the centre of intelligence, emotions, and behaviour. The heart was also believed to store an individual's memories. During the Weighing of the Heart ceremony in the afterlife, the heart could speak up for the deceased and account for their lifetime of actions before Osiris. For this reason, heart amulets were placed on the mummy to safeguard the organ and ensure a favourable outcome during judgment.
