Egyptian Faience Shabti of Dwaui-djedef

Late Period, 525-332 BC. A pale-blue glazed composition mummiform shabti figurine wearing a tripartite wig and false beard, sharp facial detailing, arms crossed at the chest holding a pick and hoe, seed-bag over the left shoulder, standing against a plain dorsal pillar; a T-shaped incised inscription names the owner as Dwaui-djedef(?); accompanied by a custom-made display stand. 111 grams, 15cm high (273 grams total, 17cm including stand) (6 (6 3/4)"). Gallery Drees Archeo, Brussels 2004. Private collection of Egyptologist Paul Whelan, Hertfordshire, UK. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website.]
Condition Report: Fine condition.