Ancient Egyptian Wood Funerary model - 12.5 cm
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Ancient Egyptian wooden funerary statuette polychrome of a rower from the Saite period (c. 664–525 BC), height 12.5 cm (without the base), sold with its base and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
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Polychrome Egyptian funerary statuette – Oarsman
Funerary wooden statuette depicting a rower, with traces of polychromy.
Saite Period, Twenty-sixth Dynasty (circa 664–525 BCE, about 2,500 years ago).
Height: 12.5 cm (excluding the base).
Sold with its base.
Provenance: Acquired from a Parisian antique dealer, previously sold at auction. (Catawiki has verified the invoice and the certificate of authenticity).
Sold with a certificate of authenticity.
Historical context
These statuettes were part of models of funerary boats placed in the tombs of ancient Egypt. They depicted rowers ensuring the deceased a safe passage to the afterlife and the realm of Osiris. Generally painted and finely carved, they accompanied the journey of the deceased through the mythical waters of the underworld.
The Saite period (26th Dynasty) was a time of artistic and cultural renewal, marked by a return to New Kingdom traditions while incorporating certain foreign influences. The works of this era are distinguished by their exquisite craftsmanship and understated elegance.
For any questions, please contact: odysstory.contact@gmail.com
Polychrome Egyptian funerary statuette – Oarsman
Funerary wooden statuette depicting a rower, with traces of polychromy.
Saite Period, Twenty-sixth Dynasty (circa 664–525 BCE, about 2,500 years ago).
Height: 12.5 cm (excluding the base).
Sold with its base.
Provenance: Acquired from a Parisian antique dealer, previously sold at auction. (Catawiki has verified the invoice and the certificate of authenticity).
Sold with a certificate of authenticity.
Historical context
These statuettes were part of models of funerary boats placed in the tombs of ancient Egypt. They depicted rowers ensuring the deceased a safe passage to the afterlife and the realm of Osiris. Generally painted and finely carved, they accompanied the journey of the deceased through the mythical waters of the underworld.
The Saite period (26th Dynasty) was a time of artistic and cultural renewal, marked by a return to New Kingdom traditions while incorporating certain foreign influences. The works of this era are distinguished by their exquisite craftsmanship 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
Material
Wood
Condition
Very good
Height
12.5 cm
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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.
