An Egyptian Basalt Falcon Horus
An Egyptian Basalt Falcon Horus
Ptolemaic to Roman Period, Circa 3rd Century B.C.-2nd Century A.D.Height 6 3/4 inches.
General (Unassigned)
The hedjet has a faint crack visible where it is joined to the falcon's head; it was probably broken off in antiquity and has been repaired. No other repairs are visible. Mild encrustation in the recesses. The height of 6 3/4 inches is for the falcon only; with the stand the overall height is 9 1/2 inches. Additional photos available.
Provenance:Donna Jacobs Gallery, Birmingham, Michigan, 1989
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An Egyptian Basalt Falcon Horus
Ptolemaic to Roman Period, Circa 3rd Century B.C.-2nd Century A.D.Height 6 3/4 inches.
General (Unassigned)
The hedjet has a faint crack visible where it is joined to the falcon's head; it was probably broken off in antiquity and has been repaired. No other repairs are visible. Mild encrustation in the recesses. The height of 6 3/4 inches is for the falcon only; with the stand the overall height is 9 1/2 inches. Additional photos available.
Provenance:Donna Jacobs Gallery, Birmingham, Michigan, 1989
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