Ancient Egyptian Bronze Statuette - 14 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,000 - € 2,500
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Description from the seller
EGYPTIAN BRONZE STATUETTE FIGURING OSIRIS – LATE PERIOD (664–332 BCE) – EXPERTISE BY MARIE-MARGAUX COHEN
DESCRIPTION:
Beautiful Egyptian bronze statuette portraying the god Osiris standing, in a mummyiform pose, arms crossed over the chest. The figure wears the Atef crown, partially preserved, with ancient losses at the top. The face, with still-visible features, presents a calm expression characteristic of late votive productions.
The surface shows a deep dark-brown patina, speckled with green oxidation typical of ancient bronze. Some abrasions and slight surface irregularities testify to its ancient burial.
The statuette is mounted on a modern display plinth.
Height: approx. 14 cm.
This type of effigy, standardized yet fine in workmanship, belonged to the corpus of votive objects dedicated to Osiris in the great cult centers of Egypt.
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HISTORICAL INTEREST AND RARITY:
– Direct testimony of popular piety during the Late Period, a time marked by a very large production of votive bronzes dedicated to Osiris.
– Representational effigy of the god of resurrection, associated with funerary practices and the hope of rebirth in the afterlife.
– Fine middle-sized piece (14 cm), more sought-after than the small standardized figurines of a few centimeters.
– Presence of an authentic old patina, unrestored, reinforcing the archaeological value of the piece.
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CONDITION:
Complete object overall, showing:
– wear consistent with age,
– a few small gaps at the Atef crown,
– a well-stabilized patina,
– traces of old green oxidation.
Very good overall condition for a votive bronze statuette of this period.
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PROVENANCE:
Former European private collection.
Then a famous workshop of Master Denis Herbette.
Expertised by Marie-Margaux Cohen, a recognized expert in archaeology and antiquities.
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NOTES:
This object will be shipped in accordance with current regulations governing the trade in antiquities. Secure and careful packaging is guaranteed."
EGYPTIAN BRONZE STATUETTE FIGURING OSIRIS – LATE PERIOD (664–332 BCE) – EXPERTISE BY MARIE-MARGAUX COHEN
DESCRIPTION:
Beautiful Egyptian bronze statuette portraying the god Osiris standing, in a mummyiform pose, arms crossed over the chest. The figure wears the Atef crown, partially preserved, with ancient losses at the top. The face, with still-visible features, presents a calm expression characteristic of late votive productions.
The surface shows a deep dark-brown patina, speckled with green oxidation typical of ancient bronze. Some abrasions and slight surface irregularities testify to its ancient burial.
The statuette is mounted on a modern display plinth.
Height: approx. 14 cm.
This type of effigy, standardized yet fine in workmanship, belonged to the corpus of votive objects dedicated to Osiris in the great cult centers of Egypt.
⸻
HISTORICAL INTEREST AND RARITY:
– Direct testimony of popular piety during the Late Period, a time marked by a very large production of votive bronzes dedicated to Osiris.
– Representational effigy of the god of resurrection, associated with funerary practices and the hope of rebirth in the afterlife.
– Fine middle-sized piece (14 cm), more sought-after than the small standardized figurines of a few centimeters.
– Presence of an authentic old patina, unrestored, reinforcing the archaeological value of the piece.
⸻
CONDITION:
Complete object overall, showing:
– wear consistent with age,
– a few small gaps at the Atef crown,
– a well-stabilized patina,
– traces of old green oxidation.
Very good overall condition for a votive bronze statuette of this period.
⸻
PROVENANCE:
Former European private collection.
Then a famous workshop of Master Denis Herbette.
Expertised by Marie-Margaux Cohen, a recognized expert in archaeology and antiquities.
⸻
NOTES:
This object will be shipped in accordance with current regulations governing the trade in antiquities. Secure and careful packaging is guaranteed."
Details
Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Era
Before 1400
Century/timeframe
664–332 BC
Country of Origin
Egypt
Acquired from
Auction house
Material
Bronze
Year acquired
2025
Title of artwork
Osiris
Ethnic group/culture
Ancient Egyptian
Country acquired from
France
Signature
Not signed
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Condition
Good condition
Height
14 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
2 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.
