Ancient Egyptian Wood Funerary model - 12.5 cm
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Ancient Egyptian wooden funerary statuette of a rower with polychromy, Saite period (c. 664–525 BC), height 12.5 cm, sold with its base, in very good condition, acquired from a Paris antique dealer with an authenticity certificate.
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Egyptian funerary statuette, polychrome – Rower
Wooden funerary statuette depicting a rower, with traces of polychromy.
Saite Period, 26th Dynasty (circa 664-525 BC, approximately 2,500 years ago).
Height: 12.5 cm (without the base).
Sold with its base.
Provenance: Acquired from a Parisian antique dealer, previously passed through an auction house. (Catawiki verified the invoice and the certificate of authenticity).
Sold with a certificate of authenticity.
Historical context
These statuettes were part of the models of funerary boats placed in the tombs of ancient Egypt. They depicted rowers ensuring a safe passage for the deceased to the afterlife and the realm of Osiris. Usually painted and finely carved, they accompanied the journey of the deceased through the mythical waters of the underworld.
The Saïte period (26th dynasty) is a time of artistic and cultural renewal, marked by a return to New Kingdom traditions while incorporating some foreign influences. Works from this era are distinguished by their finesse of execution and understated elegance.
For any questions, please contact: odysstory.contact@gmail.com.
Egyptian funerary statuette, polychrome – Rower
Wooden funerary statuette depicting a rower, with traces of polychromy.
Saite Period, 26th Dynasty (circa 664-525 BC, approximately 2,500 years ago).
Height: 12.5 cm (without the base).
Sold with its base.
Provenance: Acquired from a Parisian antique dealer, previously passed through an auction house. (Catawiki verified the invoice and the certificate of authenticity).
Sold with a certificate of authenticity.
Historical context
These statuettes were part of the models of funerary boats placed in the tombs of ancient Egypt. They depicted rowers ensuring a safe passage for the deceased to the afterlife and the realm of Osiris. Usually painted and finely carved, they accompanied the journey of the deceased through the mythical waters of the underworld.
The Saïte period (26th dynasty) is a time of artistic and cultural renewal, marked by a return to New Kingdom traditions while incorporating some foreign influences. Works from this era are distinguished by their finesse of execution and understated elegance.
For any questions, please contact: odysstory.contact@gmail.com.
Details
Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/ Timeframe
664-525 av. J.-C.
Name of object
Funerary model
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Subject/Depiction
Rower
Material
Wood
Condition
Very good
Height
12.5 cm
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