Ancient Egyptian Faience - Ushabti with a back column of hieroglyphs - 664/332 BC
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 850 - € 1,000
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An ancient Egyptian ceramic shabti with a blue-green glaze and a dorsal column of hieroglyphic inscription, from the Late Period (664–332 BC), measuring 8.7 cm high (10.5 cm with the base) and missing part of its base.
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Description from the seller
Oushabti / Shabti in ceramic with blue-green glaze, featuring a column of recessed hieroglyphic inscription on the back.
Mummy-form figurine, with a tripartite wig. The arms are modeled, crossed on the chest, the hands hold a pair of hoes. At the back, a grain sack on the back with hatch marks.
The statuette bears a back inscription of hieroglyphs in relief from an excerpt of Chapter VI of the Book of the Dead.
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 26th/31st Dynasty, 664 to 332 BCE.
Height 8.7 cm (height 10.5 cm with the base) - Very good condition - missing at the base.
Provenance: Germany, S.G.N. 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.
Translated by Google TranslateOushabti / Shabti in ceramic with blue-green glaze, featuring a column of recessed hieroglyphic inscription on the back.
Mummy-form figurine, with a tripartite wig. The arms are modeled, crossed on the chest, the hands hold a pair of hoes. At the back, a grain sack on the back with hatch marks.
The statuette bears a back inscription of hieroglyphs in relief from an excerpt of Chapter VI of the Book of the Dead.
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 26th/31st Dynasty, 664 to 332 BCE.
Height 8.7 cm (height 10.5 cm with the base) - Very good condition - missing at the base.
Provenance: Germany, S.G.N. Gallery.
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 authorizations, such as an export license, are obtained. (Passport for Cultural Property)
The seller will inform the buyer of their 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 are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document noting 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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Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
Late Period, 664 - 332 BC
Name of object
- Ushabti with a back column of hieroglyphs - 664/332 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Faience
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.
