Ancient Egypt, Late Period Terracotta Ancient Egyptian Faience Ring
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Ancient Egyptian Late Period Terracotta ring with a turquoise-green glaze, dating to c. 664–332 BC, from a private collection and acquired in 2025 from Germany, originally belonging to a former owner who acquired it via an antique market.
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Description from the seller
Small ancient Egyptian ring made of turquoise-blue faience. The ring hoop is complete and displays the slightly tapering form characteristic of examples from the Late Period. The oval bezel is decorated with an abstract motif composed of two recessed areas separated by raised ridges. The design appears ornamental rather than representational and belongs to the simple decorative motifs commonly found on faience amuletic rings of this period.
The decoration was most likely created either by modelling the soft faience before firing or by incising the surface while the material was still unfired, both well-attested manufacturing techniques for Egyptian faience jewellery. No clearly identifiable hieroglyphic inscription or symbol is visible.
The surface retains its characteristic turquoise-green glaze with minor mineral encrustations and age-related wear, giving the piece an attractive archaeological appearance.
Condition: Complete ring. Minor surface wear and encrustations consistent with age. No breaks or restorations.
Date: Late Period, c. 664–332 BC.
Provenance: Formerly in the Madeleine & Erich Dammann Collection, Germany. Acquired during the owners' extensive travels between 1950 and 1970. Documented in Germany by 1970 and subsequently retained in continuous family ownership.
Seller's Story
I am pleased to be able to offer my pieces here on Catawiki.
Transparency: In my offers, you will find all documents and information available to me. Furthermore, there are no additional documents.
Authenticity certificates: If no authenticity certificate is available, I do not promise one. All the documentation I have is attached to the auction.
Provenance: Many pieces come from the estate of a passionate collector who gathered items over 50 years, traveled the world, and also accompanied archaeological expeditions. She has been deceased for about 20 years, which is why no additional documents are available.
Fairness: I list my items honestly and without a minimum price – no one is forced to spend more than they wish.
My goal is fair and open trade, where buyers know exactly what to expect.
Translated by Google TranslateSmall ancient Egyptian ring made of turquoise-blue faience. The ring hoop is complete and displays the slightly tapering form characteristic of examples from the Late Period. The oval bezel is decorated with an abstract motif composed of two recessed areas separated by raised ridges. The design appears ornamental rather than representational and belongs to the simple decorative motifs commonly found on faience amuletic rings of this period.
The decoration was most likely created either by modelling the soft faience before firing or by incising the surface while the material was still unfired, both well-attested manufacturing techniques for Egyptian faience jewellery. No clearly identifiable hieroglyphic inscription or symbol is visible.
The surface retains its characteristic turquoise-green glaze with minor mineral encrustations and age-related wear, giving the piece an attractive archaeological appearance.
Condition: Complete ring. Minor surface wear and encrustations consistent with age. No breaks or restorations.
Date: Late Period, c. 664–332 BC.
Provenance: Formerly in the Madeleine & Erich Dammann Collection, Germany. Acquired during the owners' extensive travels between 1950 and 1970. Documented in Germany by 1970 and subsequently retained in continuous family ownership.
Seller's Story
I am pleased to be able to offer my pieces here on Catawiki.
Transparency: In my offers, you will find all documents and information available to me. Furthermore, there are no additional documents.
Authenticity certificates: If no authenticity certificate is available, I do not promise one. All the documentation I have is attached to the auction.
Provenance: Many pieces come from the estate of a passionate collector who gathered items over 50 years, traveled the world, and also accompanied archaeological expeditions. She has been deceased for about 20 years, which is why no additional documents are available.
Fairness: I list my items honestly and without a minimum price – no one is forced to spend more than they wish.
My goal is fair and open trade, where buyers know exactly what to expect.
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Culture
Ancient Egypt, Late Period
Century/timeframe
Late Period, c. 664–332 BC.
Name of object
Ancient Egyptian Faience Ring
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Material
Terracotta
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Fair
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
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.
