Ancient Egyptian Terracotta Amulet Mould - 2 cm (No Reserve Price)
This lot offers a pair of finely crafted ancient Egyptian stamp seals, each with a corresponding impression. The left seal features a raised image of a scarab, a figure used as a funerary object in ancient Egypt. The detailed impression demonstrates the precise craftsmanship and quality of the depiction. The right seal presents a seashell.
Made from the durable but malleable material terracotta, these seals reflect everyday life and spiritual practices in ancient Egypt. Their state of preservation is exceptional.
Origin: Ancient Egypt
Dating: Late Period to Ptolemaic Period, ca. 664-30 BC. BC
Material: Terracotta
Dimensions: 3*3*1cm & 3*3"0. 8cm
Provenance:
Estate Swiss private collection Basel collected since the beginning of the 20th century.
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This lot offers a pair of finely crafted ancient Egyptian stamp seals, each with a corresponding impression. The left seal features a raised image of a scarab, a figure used as a funerary object in ancient Egypt. The detailed impression demonstrates the precise craftsmanship and quality of the depiction. The right seal presents a seashell.
Made from the durable but malleable material terracotta, these seals reflect everyday life and spiritual practices in ancient Egypt. Their state of preservation is exceptional.
Origin: Ancient Egypt
Dating: Late Period to Ptolemaic Period, ca. 664-30 BC. BC
Material: Terracotta
Dimensions: 3*3*1cm & 3*3"0. 8cm
Provenance:
Estate Swiss private collection Basel collected since the beginning of the 20th century.
Disclaimer
No shipping outside the EU
The seller can prove that the lot was purchased legally, proof of origin seen by Catawiki.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits are obtained.
The seller will inform the buyer if this will take more than a few days.