Ancient Egyptian Ushabti Bust - Green Faience with Hieroglyphs
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 380 - € 450
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Ancient Egyptian Ushabti bust in green faience from the Late Period (c. 664–332 BC), 67 mm high, mummiform with a tripartite wig and divine false beard, arms crossed over the chest holding agricultural implements in relief, with a vertical hieroglyph column down the legs, in very good condition with the lower legs missing, supplied with a custom matte black display stand, authentic original and acquired in 2026 from France.
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Ancient Egyptian Ushabti Bust - Green Faience with Hieroglyphs
Specifications:
Culture: Ancient Egypt.
Period: Late Period, c. 664–332 BC.
Material: Green Faience.
Dimensions: Height 67.0 mm (excluding custom stand).
Description:
An authentic ancient Egyptian ushabti bust crafted from classic green faience. The figure is depicted in mummiform, wearing the traditional tripartite wig and divine false beard. The arms are crossed over the chest, holding agricultural implements in relief. A clearly defined vertical column of incised hieroglyphs runs down the front of the legs.
Condition Report:
The artifact is a genuine ancient fragment. The lower legs and feet are missing due to an ancient break. The faience exhibits natural surface wear and weathering consistent with its age. The piece is entirely authentic, with no modern restorations, consolidations, or repainting.
Presentation:
The ushabti is provided with a custom-designed, matte black presentation stand, meticulously crafted to support the ancient break and allow for elegant, immediate display.
Provenance & Expertise:
Acquired on the European art market. Evaluated and confirmed authentic by Mr. Daniel Lebeurrier (Expert in Ancient Art).
Ancient Egyptian Ushabti Bust - Green Faience with Hieroglyphs
Specifications:
Culture: Ancient Egypt.
Period: Late Period, c. 664–332 BC.
Material: Green Faience.
Dimensions: Height 67.0 mm (excluding custom stand).
Description:
An authentic ancient Egyptian ushabti bust crafted from classic green faience. The figure is depicted in mummiform, wearing the traditional tripartite wig and divine false beard. The arms are crossed over the chest, holding agricultural implements in relief. A clearly defined vertical column of incised hieroglyphs runs down the front of the legs.
Condition Report:
The artifact is a genuine ancient fragment. The lower legs and feet are missing due to an ancient break. The faience exhibits natural surface wear and weathering consistent with its age. The piece is entirely authentic, with no modern restorations, consolidations, or repainting.
Presentation:
The ushabti is provided with a custom-designed, matte black presentation stand, meticulously crafted to support the ancient break and allow for elegant, immediate display.
Provenance & Expertise:
Acquired on the European art market. Evaluated and confirmed authentic by Mr. Daniel Lebeurrier (Expert in Ancient Art).
Details
Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
Late Period, c. 664–332 BC.
Name of object
Ushabti Bust - Green Faience with Hieroglyphs
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
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.
