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Ancient Egyptian terracotta figure of a priest or high‑ranking votary, 3rd Intermediate Period (c. 1070–664 BC), solid Nile-silt terracotta, height 13.6 cm, weight 169 g, in very good condition and acquired in 2025 from France from a gallery/antique dealer, with Certificate of Authenticity.
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Ancient Egyptian Terracotta Figure – Late
Period
Item Details:
Culture/Period: Ancient Egyptian
Chronology: 3rd Intermediate period, 1070 – 664 BC
Material: Solid Terracotta (Nile Silt)
Dimensions: Height 13.6 cm | Weight 169 g
Description:
A dignified and remarkably well-preserved ancient Egyptian terracotta figure representing a priest or a high-ranking votary.
The figure is depicted in a traditional, hieratic frontal pose with arms held strictly at the sides, emphasizing the timeless solemnity of Egyptian religious tradition. The head shows the characteristic shaven scalp of the priestly class, with facial features softened by millennia of natural erosion, yet retaining a strong sculptural presence.
Crafted from authentic Nile silt terracotta, the statuette is solid-cast with a flat reverse, a technique consistent with votive offerings intended for temple precincts or domestic shrines. The fabric of the clay is dense and rich in mineral inclusions, typical of the regional workshops of the Delta and Lower Egypt.
Condition Report:
Excellent state of preservation for its age. The figure is structurally intact with no modern restorations, repairs, or re-attachments. The surface displays a superb, authentic patina with thick, crystallized ancient earthly encrustations and mineral deposits (caliche) that attest to its long period of burial. The porosity and olfactory response of the terracotta confirm its ancient origin.
Provenance Statement:
The piece comes from a private European collection 1970.
Shipping & Documentation:
Sent with a professional Invoice.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the specialist.
Securely packed for international transit.
Ancient Egyptian Terracotta Figure – Late
Period
Item Details:
Culture/Period: Ancient Egyptian
Chronology: 3rd Intermediate period, 1070 – 664 BC
Material: Solid Terracotta (Nile Silt)
Dimensions: Height 13.6 cm | Weight 169 g
Description:
A dignified and remarkably well-preserved ancient Egyptian terracotta figure representing a priest or a high-ranking votary.
The figure is depicted in a traditional, hieratic frontal pose with arms held strictly at the sides, emphasizing the timeless solemnity of Egyptian religious tradition. The head shows the characteristic shaven scalp of the priestly class, with facial features softened by millennia of natural erosion, yet retaining a strong sculptural presence.
Crafted from authentic Nile silt terracotta, the statuette is solid-cast with a flat reverse, a technique consistent with votive offerings intended for temple precincts or domestic shrines. The fabric of the clay is dense and rich in mineral inclusions, typical of the regional workshops of the Delta and Lower Egypt.
Condition Report:
Excellent state of preservation for its age. The figure is structurally intact with no modern restorations, repairs, or re-attachments. The surface displays a superb, authentic patina with thick, crystallized ancient earthly encrustations and mineral deposits (caliche) that attest to its long period of burial. The porosity and olfactory response of the terracotta confirm its ancient origin.
Provenance Statement:
The piece comes from a private European collection 1970.
Shipping & Documentation:
Sent with a professional Invoice.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the specialist.
Securely packed for international transit.
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt/Near Eastern
Century/timeframe
3rd Intermediate period, 1070 – 664 BC
Name of object
Figure
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
