Ancient Egypt, Ptolemaic Shabti
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Description from the seller
Terracotta ushabti figurine, complete
Culture
Ancient Egypt
Dating
Late Period to early Ptolemaic Period, circa 6th–3rd century BC
Description
Complete terracotta ushabti figurine depicting a mummiform human figure standing frontally, with arms crossed over the chest.
The figure shows a rounded head with simplified facial features and a compact, columnar body. The feet and base are preserved, confirming the integrity of the statuette.
The modelling is modest and schematic, characteristic of common funerary ushabtis produced for private burials during the Late Period and early Ptolemaic era.
The coarse terracotta fabric and traces of burial deposits are consistent with prolonged burial conditions.
Condition
Complete. Surface wear, erosion and mineral deposits consistent with age. No restorations.
Provenance
Private collection of a French physician, formed before the 1970s.
Dimensions
Height: 47 mm
Terracotta ushabti figurine, complete
Culture
Ancient Egypt
Dating
Late Period to early Ptolemaic Period, circa 6th–3rd century BC
Description
Complete terracotta ushabti figurine depicting a mummiform human figure standing frontally, with arms crossed over the chest.
The figure shows a rounded head with simplified facial features and a compact, columnar body. The feet and base are preserved, confirming the integrity of the statuette.
The modelling is modest and schematic, characteristic of common funerary ushabtis produced for private burials during the Late Period and early Ptolemaic era.
The coarse terracotta fabric and traces of burial deposits are consistent with prolonged burial conditions.
Condition
Complete. Surface wear, erosion and mineral deposits consistent with age. No restorations.
Provenance
Private collection of a French physician, formed before the 1970s.
Dimensions
Height: 47 mm
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt, Ptolemaic
Century/ Timeframe
6th–3rd century BC
Name of object
Shabti
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2021
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
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.
