Ancient Egyptian - Bronze Harpocrates statue - Late Period (664–332 BCE) - Expert assessment by M.M. Cohen
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Ancient Egyptian bronze statue of the child god Harpocrates from the Late Period (664–332 BC), 8.5 cm tall (10.7 cm with base), green patina, in good condition with a minor arm loss and light restoration, authenticity original and expertised by Marie-Margaux Cohen.
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STATUE OF HARPOCRATES IN BRONZE
Figure of the child god Harpocrates seated,
Harpocrates or Horus the Child in Egyptian, son of Isis and Osiris, is depicted as a naked child, wearing a cap flanked by the uraeus, the lock of childhood on the side.
He is shown with his legs slightly bent, the left arm along the body, the right arm folded to bring the finger to his mouth.
Put on display on an elegant and antique custom-made black wooden base.
Egypt, Late Period, 26th/30th Dynasty, 664-332 BCE
Height 8.5 cm (Height 10.7 cm with the base) - Beautiful green patina
Excellent condition - missing piece visible on the arm, slight restoration
Provenance: France, H.B.T. Study
Acquired in Paris in the 1970s/1980s
Piece appraised for the H.B.T. Study by Marie-Margaux Cohen, archaeology expert
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
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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.
Translated by Google TranslateSTATUE OF HARPOCRATES IN BRONZE
Figure of the child god Harpocrates seated,
Harpocrates or Horus the Child in Egyptian, son of Isis and Osiris, is depicted as a naked child, wearing a cap flanked by the uraeus, the lock of childhood on the side.
He is shown with his legs slightly bent, the left arm along the body, the right arm folded to bring the finger to his mouth.
Put on display on an elegant and antique custom-made black wooden base.
Egypt, Late Period, 26th/30th Dynasty, 664-332 BCE
Height 8.5 cm (Height 10.7 cm with the base) - Beautiful green patina
Excellent condition - missing piece visible on the arm, slight restoration
Provenance: France, H.B.T. Study
Acquired in Paris in the 1970s/1980s
Piece appraised for the H.B.T. Study by Marie-Margaux Cohen, archaeology expert
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for Cultural Object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning 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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Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
Basse époque, 664 / 332 avant J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze Harpocrates statue - Late Period (664–332 BCE) - Expert assessment by M.M. Cohen
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
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.
