Ancient Egyptian - Faience - Scarab
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Authentic ancient Egyptian blue faience scarab amulet from the New Kingdom (c. 1550–1070 BC), length about 0.7 cm, part of the Mustaki collection with provenance from the UK antiquities trade since 1972 and catalogued by Carol Andrews, in good condition with light signs of wear.
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An authentic Ancient Egyptian scarab carved in blue faience, dating from the New Kingdom (ca. 1550–1070 BCE). This type of amulet is iconic within Egyptian culture and was worn as a symbol of rebirth, protection, and the eternal cycle of life.
The scarab is finely worked and features carved hieroglyphs on the reverse side, typical for such objects from this period. The intense blue color, achieved through faience technique, refers to fertility and regeneration – core concepts within Egyptian symbolism.
This specimen is part of the renowned Mustaki collection, assembled in the early 20th century and later brought to the United Kingdom under official license (1947). Objects from this collection are today housed in leading museums worldwide.
The piece was cataloged by Carol Andrews (former curator of the Egyptian Department, British Museum), underscoring its historical and academic value.
Dimensions
Length: ca. 0.7 cm
Provenance
– Mustaki collection
– UK antiquities trade (since 1972)
– With certificate of authenticity
Condition
Good condition, with light signs of wear consistent with age
Note
A remarkable collector’s object with strong symbolic and historical value, ideal for enthusiasts of Egyptian antiquities and small antiquities with museum-quality appeal.
Carefully and professionally packaged and shipped !
An authentic Ancient Egyptian scarab carved in blue faience, dating from the New Kingdom (ca. 1550–1070 BCE). This type of amulet is iconic within Egyptian culture and was worn as a symbol of rebirth, protection, and the eternal cycle of life.
The scarab is finely worked and features carved hieroglyphs on the reverse side, typical for such objects from this period. The intense blue color, achieved through faience technique, refers to fertility and regeneration – core concepts within Egyptian symbolism.
This specimen is part of the renowned Mustaki collection, assembled in the early 20th century and later brought to the United Kingdom under official license (1947). Objects from this collection are today housed in leading museums worldwide.
The piece was cataloged by Carol Andrews (former curator of the Egyptian Department, British Museum), underscoring its historical and academic value.
Dimensions
Length: ca. 0.7 cm
Provenance
– Mustaki collection
– UK antiquities trade (since 1972)
– With certificate of authenticity
Condition
Good condition, with light signs of wear consistent with age
Note
A remarkable collector’s object with strong symbolic and historical value, ideal for enthusiasts of Egyptian antiquities and small antiquities with museum-quality appeal.
Carefully and professionally packaged and shipped !
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Metal
Faience
Century/timeframe
1550-1070 BC
Acquired from
Auction house
Total weight
0.22 g
Year acquired
2020
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Country of origin
Egypt
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Title additional information
New Empire
Previous owner - year acquired
1972
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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