Replica of ancient Egyptian Seated Scribe Statue
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Seated Scribe Statue in polystone from Egypt, in the style of 950 BC, depicting a high‑ranking scribe seated cross‑legged with an unrolled papyrus scroll; height 18.5 cm, width 12 cm, weight 1.500 g, in good condition.
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Description from the seller
➜ A finely crafted statue of the iconic Seated Scribe, one of the most important themes in Ancient Egyptian art. This statue depicts a high-ranking official or professional scribe in the classic cross-legged position, holding an unrolled papyrus scroll across his lap.
In Ancient Egypt, the scribe was a figure of immense prestige, representing literacy, administration, and the preservation of history. This piece captures that quiet dignity through its symmetrical composition and attentive posture.
➜ Height: 18.5 cm
➜ Width: 12 cm
➜ Weight: 1.500 gram
➜ Object: Egyptian Statue
➜ Material: Polystone
➜ Origin: Egypt
Seller's Story
At Statuology, we believe statues are silent, but powerful storytellers of history. Each piece we offer is carefully chosen for its ability to evoke wonder, meaning, and a sense of connection to the past.
What began as a personal passion has grown into a dedicated pursuit of timeless objects that spark curiosity and imagination. We don’t just sell decorative pieces — we offer fragments of history that speak to those who appreciate depth, detail, and story.
With every listing, our goal is simple: to help you discover objects that are more than beautiful — they’re meaningful.
➜ A finely crafted statue of the iconic Seated Scribe, one of the most important themes in Ancient Egyptian art. This statue depicts a high-ranking official or professional scribe in the classic cross-legged position, holding an unrolled papyrus scroll across his lap.
In Ancient Egypt, the scribe was a figure of immense prestige, representing literacy, administration, and the preservation of history. This piece captures that quiet dignity through its symmetrical composition and attentive posture.
➜ Height: 18.5 cm
➜ Width: 12 cm
➜ Weight: 1.500 gram
➜ Object: Egyptian Statue
➜ Material: Polystone
➜ Origin: Egypt
Seller's Story
At Statuology, we believe statues are silent, but powerful storytellers of history. Each piece we offer is carefully chosen for its ability to evoke wonder, meaning, and a sense of connection to the past.
What began as a personal passion has grown into a dedicated pursuit of timeless objects that spark curiosity and imagination. We don’t just sell decorative pieces — we offer fragments of history that speak to those who appreciate depth, detail, and story.
With every listing, our goal is simple: to help you discover objects that are more than beautiful — they’re meaningful.
Details
Culture
Replica of ancient Egyptian
Century/ Timeframe
object in style of 950 BC
Name of object
Seated Scribe Statue
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2020
Country acquired from
Egypt
Condition
Good Condition
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2020
Previous owner - country acquired from
Egypt
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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.
