Ancient Egypt, Middle Kingdom Wood Figure of a solar boat oarman - WITH SPANISH IMPORT LICENSE-
07
days
10
hours
45
minutes
25
seconds
Current bid
€ 1
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 650 - € 750
 | €1 |
|---|
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 143806 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Description from the seller
Egyptian wooden figurine of a solar boat rower with Spanish Import License. Middle Kingdom (2035–1689 B.C.). 9 cm high without base.
The navigator of the River of the Afterlife is depicted seated, wearing a ball-shaped wig. The arms, now missing, were originally attached to the figure.
The Middle Kingdom (ca. 2035–1689 BCE) was a golden age in Ancient Egypt that began with the reunification of the country by Pharaoh Mentuhotep II in the mid-11th Dynasty. It marked the definitive flourishing of Egyptian literature and classical art, and was also notable for significant territorial expansion and ambitious infrastructure projects.
PROVENANCE: Public sale, former French collection assembled between the 1930s and 1960s, acquired at French Auction House 2026.
Shipping rates include insurance for the full value of the item.
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.
Egyptian wooden figurine of a solar boat rower with Spanish Import License. Middle Kingdom (2035–1689 B.C.). 9 cm high without base.
The navigator of the River of the Afterlife is depicted seated, wearing a ball-shaped wig. The arms, now missing, were originally attached to the figure.
The Middle Kingdom (ca. 2035–1689 BCE) was a golden age in Ancient Egypt that began with the reunification of the country by Pharaoh Mentuhotep II in the mid-11th Dynasty. It marked the definitive flourishing of Egyptian literature and classical art, and was also notable for significant territorial expansion and ambitious infrastructure projects.
PROVENANCE: Public sale, former French collection assembled between the 1930s and 1960s, acquired at French Auction House 2026.
Shipping rates include insurance for the full value of the item.
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, Middle Kingdom
Century/timeframe
2035–1689 B.C
Name of object
Figure of a solar boat oarman - WITH SPANISH IMPORT LICENSE-
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Wood
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1930
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
Sold by
Disclaimer
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.
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.
