Oldtidens Egypten Stor baboon-amulett af guden Thoth - 54 mm
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Ancient Egyptian
Provenance:
Collection passed on to me by mother (P.M.Shaw) in 2009
Given to her by
J.G.Judd who acquired the piece part of a strand of varied depictions and amulets from Cairo dealer 03-02-1969. - with copy of original invoice available.
International Signed and Tracked.
Baboon Amulet of God Thoth.
1. Material and Manufacturing
Material: The amulet is made of Egyptian faience (a quartz-based ceramic material known for its lustrous, glass-like glaze).
Color: It features a vibrant turquoise/blue-green glaze. In ancient Egypt, these colors were highly symbolic, representing fertility, rebirth, vegetation, and the life-giving waters of the Nile.
Technique: The piece was likely formed in a two-part mold, with finer details like the grooves of the mane and facial features touched up by hand before firing.
2. Iconography and Representation
The Subject: The figure represents a Hamadryas baboon (Papio hamadryas), a species native to the regions south of Egypt (such as Punt) and imported for sacred purposes. It is clearly identifiable by its elongated muzzle and the heavy, stylized cape of fur (mane) covering its shoulders and chest.
Posture: The baboon is depicted standing upright on a small rectangular base, supported by a thick back pillar running down its spine to ensure structural stability. Its hands are placed resting directly on its thighs or knees.
4. Dating and Style
Amulets of this size, material, and stylistic configuration (standing with a prominent back pillar and integrated suspension loop) were incredibly popular during the Third Intermediate Period to the Late Period (c. 1069–332 BCE). During this era, the production of small, finely detailed faience amulets reached its peak as they became essential components of both daily life and funerary religion.
Microscopic images have been added to display pigmentation and integrity of the core faience.
"Compliance with European Legislation
I, the seller, declare that I am familiar with Regulation (EU) 2019/880 and Regulation (EU) 2024/1070 (in force as of June 2025), and confirm that:
• This object was not illegally exported from its country of origin after the date on which the 1970 UNESCO Convention entered into force for that specific country.
• The object is accompanied by the documentation required by EU law for its legal import.
• I undertake to provide any required export licenses or certificates of origin to European customs authorities.
Disclaimer for Experts and Platforms.
This declaration is provided by the seller under their sole responsibility. The seller confirms knowledge of and compliance with Regulation (EU) 2024/1070 and all applicable laws concerning the sale and import of cultural goods.
Neither the platform nor its experts are liable for the accuracy, legality, or authenticity of the documents and statements provided.
Acceptance of the object on the platform does not imply legal validation of its importation or authentication.
The buyer is responsible for ensuring compliance with customs laws in their country.
Ancient Egyptian
Provenance:
Collection passed on to me by mother (P.M.Shaw) in 2009
Given to her by
J.G.Judd who acquired the piece part of a strand of varied depictions and amulets from Cairo dealer 03-02-1969. - with copy of original invoice available.
International Signed and Tracked.
Baboon Amulet of God Thoth.
1. Material and Manufacturing
Material: The amulet is made of Egyptian faience (a quartz-based ceramic material known for its lustrous, glass-like glaze).
Color: It features a vibrant turquoise/blue-green glaze. In ancient Egypt, these colors were highly symbolic, representing fertility, rebirth, vegetation, and the life-giving waters of the Nile.
Technique: The piece was likely formed in a two-part mold, with finer details like the grooves of the mane and facial features touched up by hand before firing.
2. Iconography and Representation
The Subject: The figure represents a Hamadryas baboon (Papio hamadryas), a species native to the regions south of Egypt (such as Punt) and imported for sacred purposes. It is clearly identifiable by its elongated muzzle and the heavy, stylized cape of fur (mane) covering its shoulders and chest.
Posture: The baboon is depicted standing upright on a small rectangular base, supported by a thick back pillar running down its spine to ensure structural stability. Its hands are placed resting directly on its thighs or knees.
4. Dating and Style
Amulets of this size, material, and stylistic configuration (standing with a prominent back pillar and integrated suspension loop) were incredibly popular during the Third Intermediate Period to the Late Period (c. 1069–332 BCE). During this era, the production of small, finely detailed faience amulets reached its peak as they became essential components of both daily life and funerary religion.
Microscopic images have been added to display pigmentation and integrity of the core faience.
"Compliance with European Legislation
I, the seller, declare that I am familiar with Regulation (EU) 2019/880 and Regulation (EU) 2024/1070 (in force as of June 2025), and confirm that:
• This object was not illegally exported from its country of origin after the date on which the 1970 UNESCO Convention entered into force for that specific country.
• The object is accompanied by the documentation required by EU law for its legal import.
• I undertake to provide any required export licenses or certificates of origin to European customs authorities.
Disclaimer for Experts and Platforms.
This declaration is provided by the seller under their sole responsibility. The seller confirms knowledge of and compliance with Regulation (EU) 2024/1070 and all applicable laws concerning the sale and import of cultural goods.
Neither the platform nor its experts are liable for the accuracy, legality, or authenticity of the documents and statements provided.
Acceptance of the object on the platform does not imply legal validation of its importation or authentication.
The buyer is responsible for ensuring compliance with customs laws in their country.
Detaljer
Kultur
Oldtidens Egypten
Århundrede/ Tidsramme
1069 BC - 332 BC
Name of object
Large Baboon Amulet of God Thoth
Erhvervet fra
Privat samling
År erhvervet
2009
Land erhvervet fra
Storbritannien
Stand
Fremragende
Tidligere ejer erhvervet fra
Arvet
Height
54 mm
Tidligere ejer – år erhvervet
1969
Width
16 mm
Tidligere ejer – land erhvervet fra
Storbritannien
Jeg bekræfter, at jeg har erhvervet denne genstand lovligt, og at jeg har lov til at sælge det
Ja
Autenticitet
Original/officiel
Solgt af
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Sælgeren er blevet informeret af Catawiki om dokumentationskrav og garanterer følgende: - genstanden er lovligt erhvervet - sælgeren har ret til at sælge og/eller eksportere genstanden, alt efter hvad der er relevant - sælgeren vil give de nødvendige herkomstoplysninger og arrangere påkrævet dokumentation og tilladelser/licenser, som det er relevant og i henhold til lokal lovgivning - sælgeren vil underrette køberen om eventuelle forsinkelser i opnåelsen af tilladelser/licenser Ved at byde anerkender du, at importdokumentation kan være påkrævet afhængigt af dit bopælsland, og at opnåelse af tilladelser/licenser kan forårsage forsinkelser i leveringen af dit objekt.
