Ancient Egyptian - Fragment of cartonnage in linen stuccoed and painted - 664/332 BCE

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

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Egyptian cartonnage fragment in linen plastered and painted, from the Early Dynastic/Last Intermediate Period (664–332 BC) showing Amset seated before a table with a falcon Horus, with dimensions 8.7 cm by 7.4 cm (frame 16 cm square) and provenance from Germany, acquired in 2026 from Galerie/Antiquaire, authentic original item in good condition.

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Fragment of Egyptian cartonnage in linen-stucco and painted
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 664–332 BC.
Magnificent fragment of polychrome cartonnage showing a seated son of Horus (Amset), facing a table on which stands a possible depiction of the god Horus in falcon form
Linen sheets woven and stuccoed, covered with gesso then painted.
Excellent condition, rare piece from the ancient Egyptian era.
The colors are very well preserved

Dimensions: length 8.7 cm, height 7.4 cm
Frame dimensions: 16 cm x 16 cm
Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. Gallery

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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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Fragment of Egyptian cartonnage in linen-stucco and painted
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 664–332 BC.
Magnificent fragment of polychrome cartonnage showing a seated son of Horus (Amset), facing a table on which stands a possible depiction of the god Horus in falcon form
Linen sheets woven and stuccoed, covered with gesso then painted.
Excellent condition, rare piece from the ancient Egyptian era.
The colors are very well preserved

Dimensions: length 8.7 cm, height 7.4 cm
Frame dimensions: 16 cm x 16 cm
Provenance: Germany, H.T.A. Gallery

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are organized. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of his status if this takes more than a few days
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the 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 Epoque 664/332 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Fragment of cartonnage in linen stuccoed and painted - 664/332 BCE
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4887
Objects sold
99.71%
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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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