Ancient Egyptian Steatite Scarab in a Gold Mount
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Ancient Egyptian steatite scarab set in a thick gold mount with a torus-shaped terminal, dating to circa 2055–1050 BC, in good condition, perforated for suspension and measuring about 2.0 × 1.4 × 0.8 cm; inscribed on the flat reverse with hieroglyphs.
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An Ancient Egyptian steatite scarab inscribed with hieroglyphs, set in a gold frame. The arched back of the scarab is finely detailed with the head, eyes, and clypeus clearly identifiable. The legs are represented with hatched incisions along the sides of the scarab. The flat reverse features a series of vertically arranged hieroglyphs: the scarab beetle (ḫpr) sign, the gold (nbw) sign and an ankh symbol flanked by two 'nfr' signs. An incised scroll border surrounds the hieroglyphs. Some areas of steatite display the remnants of bright blue glaze. The scarab has been perforated for suspension and is set in a thick gold mount with a torus-shaped terminal on each side surrounding the perforation holes. The top edge of the scarab is chipped with the small fragment held in place by the gold frame. A hairline crack runs down from the chip. The piece is covered in earthly encrustation.
The scarab beetle was an exceedingly popular symbol in the art of Ancient Egypt, thought to represent the sun god, Ra. The Ancient Egyptians believed that the scarab beetle rolling its ball of dung across the desert mirrored the journey of the sun across the sky from day to night. As the beetle laid its eggs within the dung, it became a symbol of rebirth and regeneration.
Measurements: (circa) L 2cm x W 1.4cm x H 0.8cm
Provenance: From an early 20th century Home Counties, UK, collection.
Seller's Story
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ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
An Ancient Egyptian steatite scarab inscribed with hieroglyphs, set in a gold frame. The arched back of the scarab is finely detailed with the head, eyes, and clypeus clearly identifiable. The legs are represented with hatched incisions along the sides of the scarab. The flat reverse features a series of vertically arranged hieroglyphs: the scarab beetle (ḫpr) sign, the gold (nbw) sign and an ankh symbol flanked by two 'nfr' signs. An incised scroll border surrounds the hieroglyphs. Some areas of steatite display the remnants of bright blue glaze. The scarab has been perforated for suspension and is set in a thick gold mount with a torus-shaped terminal on each side surrounding the perforation holes. The top edge of the scarab is chipped with the small fragment held in place by the gold frame. A hairline crack runs down from the chip. The piece is covered in earthly encrustation.
The scarab beetle was an exceedingly popular symbol in the art of Ancient Egypt, thought to represent the sun god, Ra. The Ancient Egyptians believed that the scarab beetle rolling its ball of dung across the desert mirrored the journey of the sun across the sky from day to night. As the beetle laid its eggs within the dung, it became a symbol of rebirth and regeneration.
Measurements: (circa) L 2cm x W 1.4cm x H 0.8cm
Provenance: From an early 20th century Home Counties, UK, collection.
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
Middle Kingdom - Second Intermediate Period, Circa 2055-1050 BC
Name of object
Scarab in a Gold Mount
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Steatite
Country acquired from
Unknown
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1900
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
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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.
