Ancient Egypt, Late Period bronze & wood Figure of an Ibis, 10 x 6,5 cm -Belonging to Ifergan Museum with Spanish Export License-
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 2,700 - € 3,300
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Description from the seller
Ibis birds were considered sacred in Ancient Egypt, as they were associated with the god Thoth, the god who was the peacemaker in the conflicts between Horus and Seth and the healer of Horus' eye. They were also associated with one of the elements of the human being, the Akh, which is like the light of the body, represented by this bird.
The ibis was an object of religious veneration in ancient Egypt and was associated with the deity Djehuty—which means “He who is like the ibis”—also called Thoth in Greek. He is responsible for wisdom, knowledge, writing, mathematics, measurement, and time, as well as the moon and magic, and was one of the three most important deities in the Egyptian pantheon, as his worship extended from the Pre-Dynastic period (6000-3150 BC) to the Ptolemaic period (323-30 BC).
Provenance: Formerly part of the collection of Dr. Hans Halter, Switzerland, prior to 1966. In the EU since 2006; acquired at auction house, Germany, 2025.
*Full cast made of four parts, tail missing. Otherwise in good condition
Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange.
Due to Switzerland customs regulations, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland
Seller's Story
Ifergan Gallery – Ancient Art is an antique art gallery located in Malaga, with more than 10 years of experience specializing in ancient art and archaeology. The pieces we offer come from the Ifergan Collection Museum, which guarantees their historical value and quality. Our goal is to bring authentic archaeological pieces to both collectors and those who wish to start collecting, offering original works for different budgets and always with the maximum guarantees. All our pieces have been legally acquired and are shipped with a certificate of authenticity and export permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, with fast and secure shipping via DHL Express.
Ibis birds were considered sacred in Ancient Egypt, as they were associated with the god Thoth, the god who was the peacemaker in the conflicts between Horus and Seth and the healer of Horus' eye. They were also associated with one of the elements of the human being, the Akh, which is like the light of the body, represented by this bird.
The ibis was an object of religious veneration in ancient Egypt and was associated with the deity Djehuty—which means “He who is like the ibis”—also called Thoth in Greek. He is responsible for wisdom, knowledge, writing, mathematics, measurement, and time, as well as the moon and magic, and was one of the three most important deities in the Egyptian pantheon, as his worship extended from the Pre-Dynastic period (6000-3150 BC) to the Ptolemaic period (323-30 BC).
Provenance: Formerly part of the collection of Dr. Hans Halter, Switzerland, prior to 1966. In the EU since 2006; acquired at auction house, Germany, 2025.
*Full cast made of four parts, tail missing. Otherwise in good condition
Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange.
Due to Switzerland customs regulations, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland
Seller's Story
Ifergan Gallery – Ancient Art is an antique art gallery located in Malaga, with more than 10 years of experience specializing in ancient art and archaeology. The pieces we offer come from the Ifergan Collection Museum, which guarantees their historical value and quality. Our goal is to bring authentic archaeological pieces to both collectors and those who wish to start collecting, offering original works for different budgets and always with the maximum guarantees. All our pieces have been legally acquired and are shipped with a certificate of authenticity and export permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, with fast and secure shipping via DHL Express.
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt, Late Period
Century/timeframe
Circa 664 - 30 BC
Name of object
Figure of an Ibis, 10 x 6,5 cm -Belonging to Ifergan Museum with Spanish Export License-
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
bronze & wood
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Restored
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1966
Previous owner - country acquired from
Switzerland
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.
