Ancient Egyptian God Harpocrates in bronze - 26th to 31st Dynasty (No reserve price)
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze statue of the child god Harpocrates from ancient Egypt, Late Dynasty XXVI–XXXI (c. 664–332 BC), in good condition with a green patina, height 6.7 cm (11.7 cm with the marble base), mounted on the original marble socle, provenance Germany from Galerie/Antiquaire; acquired in 2025.
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Bronze statue of Hippocrates
Sitting figure of the child god Harpocrates.
Harpocrates or Horus the Child in Egyptian, son of Isis and Osiris, is depicted as a naked child with the childhood lock on the side.
The legs are slightly bent, with the left arm along the body.
Placed on an elegant and antique marble base.
Egypt, Lower Epoque, 26th to 30th Dynasties, 664–332 BC.
Height 6.7 cm (11.7 cm with the base) - Beautiful green patina
Excellent state of preservation - visible gaps, restoration.
Provenance: Germany, H.D.B. Study.
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateBronze statue of Hippocrates
Sitting figure of the child god Harpocrates.
Harpocrates or Horus the Child in Egyptian, son of Isis and Osiris, is depicted as a naked child with the childhood lock on the side.
The legs are slightly bent, with the left arm along the body.
Placed on an elegant and antique marble base.
Egypt, Lower Epoque, 26th to 30th Dynasties, 664–332 BC.
Height 6.7 cm (11.7 cm with the base) - Beautiful green patina
Excellent state of preservation - visible gaps, restoration.
Provenance: Germany, H.D.B. Study.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/ Timeframe
Basse époque, 664 / 332 avant J.-C.
Name of object
God Harpocrates in bronze - 26th to 31st Dynasty
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
