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June 0813, 2019
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LOT 308

Lot 308

Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Amulet of a Lion Headed Goddess, Third Intermediate Period, 1070-664 B.C.

Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Amulet of a Lion Headed Goddess, Third Intermediate Period, 1070-664 B.C.
Lot 308 Details
Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Amulet of a Lion Headed Goddess, Third Intermediate Period, 1070-664 B.C.

possibly Sakmmet, Bastet or Wadjet depicted seated on openwork throne, on later ebonized base
figure height 2.1 in — 5.4 cm; 4 in — 10.2 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $660
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Amulet of a Lion Headed Goddess, Third Intermediate Period, 1070-664 B.C.
  • Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Amulet of a Lion Headed Goddess, Third Intermediate Period, 1070-664 B.C.
  • Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Amulet of a Lion Headed Goddess, Third Intermediate Period, 1070-664 B.C.
  • Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Amulet of a Lion Headed Goddess, Third Intermediate Period, 1070-664 B.C.
Literature:

https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/544078

CONDITION DETAILS

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