Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Shabti Amulet

拍品描述

New Kingdom, 1550-1070 B.C. Carved in the round as a mummiform figure, with a detailed collar and tripartite wig; rear suspension loop. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, 92e, for a similar example in turquoise faience. 3.12 grams, 31 mm (1 1/4 in.). (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Private collection, acquired on the Swiss art market in 1992; thence by descent. 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. See our website for more information.

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