Ancient Egyptian Faience - Large amulet - Ankh cross - Late Period (664–332 BCE)

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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Ancient Egyptian glazed faience amulet featuring an Ankh cross on a pillar from the Late Period (664–332 BC), 3.1 cm high by 1.3 cm wide, in excellent original condition with provenance France (Galerie S.B.N.).

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Description from the seller

Large Egyptian amulet with a green glaze
A glazed earthenware amulet featuring an Ankh, symbol of life, backed by a pillar.
Depictions of the life cross are rare; this one is of very high quality.
With a side hole to be mounted on a funerary necklace or placed in the mummy's bandages.
Egyptian art, Late Period, (664–332 BC) 26th to 31st Dynasties.
Excellent state of preservation - no restoration

Dimensions: height 3.1 cm - width 1.3 cm

Provenance: France, Galerie S.B.N..

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days.
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document indicating provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Large Egyptian amulet with a green glaze
A glazed earthenware amulet featuring an Ankh, symbol of life, backed by a pillar.
Depictions of the life cross are rare; this one is of very high quality.
With a side hole to be mounted on a funerary necklace or placed in the mummy's bandages.
Egyptian art, Late Period, (664–332 BC) 26th to 31st Dynasties.
Excellent state of preservation - no restoration

Dimensions: height 3.1 cm - width 1.3 cm

Provenance: France, Galerie S.B.N..

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance declaration viewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export license, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days.
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance equal to the purchase price and accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document indicating provenance.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
Basse époque (664/332 avant J.-C.)
Name of object
- Large amulet - Ankh cross - Late Period (664–332 BCE)
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Material
Faience
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
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
FranceVerified
4829
Objects sold
99.7%
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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.

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