Ancient Egyptian Faience, Glass Big Usekh neckalce. 28 cm D. Late Period, 664 - 332 BC.
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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An Ancient Egyptian usekh broad-collar necklace, 28 cm in diameter, with faience beads from the Late Period (664–332 BC) and gilded-metal beads from the 19th to early 20th century.
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Usekh Necklace
- big nice and complete -
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 664 - 332 BC
Faience beads and metal gilded. The metal gilded beads its from 19th - beginning 20th century. All the faience beads it's originale of the egyptian late period.
28 cm of diameter, big and can you put in your neck.
Condition: Good state, see photos. Mounted on modern thread and fasteners.
Provenance: Ex. Private collection, R. P. (1928 - 2013), Barcleona, formed bettween 1950 - 1990. [old inventory number 3774] Thence by descent.
The usekh or wesekh was a type of broad collar necklace used in ancient Egypt. It was composed of tubular and/or teardrop-shaped beads arranged in curved rows, often fitted with terminals and sometimes a counterweight. The usekh is depicted as being worn by deities as well as by both women and men from as early as the Old Kingdom (c. 2670–2195 BC).
The ancient Egyptian word wsḫ can mean "breadth" or "width", and the ornament is therefore commonly referred to as a broad collar.
The usekh collar was worn over the shoulders and around the neck and was fastened at the back. It was typically made from faience, glass, stone, or metal beads, produced in a wide range of colors and strung together with linen thread. Scenes depicting the manufacture of usekh collars appear in a small number of ancient Egyptian tombs.
Over time, the usekh underwent numerous variations in form. These changes may reflect shifting mythological concepts or regional differences within Egypt.
A scene in the Fourth Dynasty tomb of Wepemnofret at Giza associates the usekh collar with dwarfs and the deity Ptah. Bernd Scheel has argued that Ptah, who is sometimes depicted wearing a broad collar, protected the deceased through the collar, and that dwarfs had access to this protective power through their role in manufacturing such ornaments.
In the Fifth Dynasty tomb chapel of Akhethotep—originally located at the Saqqara burial ground and now housed in the Louvre—one scene distinguishes between two types of collars: the broad collar and the šnw, or "encircling", collar.
Note:
- According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes and will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
- Up to 6,000 euros: 5%.
- From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
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- All items sold will come with their professional invoice.
- All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), including the description, image and provenance of the item.
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- For shipping outside of EU: Delivery time subject to customs clearance. Liability and Customs Regulations or Import Requirements applicable in the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs procedures. Import taxes and vat are not included in the shipping costs. The import tax or VAT payable depends on the country of destination. Payments of any taxes or any disputes with the Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
- For some of the items offered, for shipment outside the European Union it is necessary to obtain an Export Permit which will detail the payment by the buyer of Export Fees according to Spanish legislation. If it is necessary it will be mentioned in the description of the article, BECAUSE NOT IN ALL THE CASES IT IS LIKE THAT. These fees will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it: Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
- We guarantee that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.
Translated by Google TranslateUsekh Necklace
- big nice and complete -
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 664 - 332 BC
Faience beads and metal gilded. The metal gilded beads its from 19th - beginning 20th century. All the faience beads it's originale of the egyptian late period.
28 cm of diameter, big and can you put in your neck.
Condition: Good state, see photos. Mounted on modern thread and fasteners.
Provenance: Ex. Private collection, R. P. (1928 - 2013), Barcleona, formed bettween 1950 - 1990. [old inventory number 3774] Thence by descent.
The usekh or wesekh was a type of broad collar necklace used in ancient Egypt. It was composed of tubular and/or teardrop-shaped beads arranged in curved rows, often fitted with terminals and sometimes a counterweight. The usekh is depicted as being worn by deities as well as by both women and men from as early as the Old Kingdom (c. 2670–2195 BC).
The ancient Egyptian word wsḫ can mean "breadth" or "width", and the ornament is therefore commonly referred to as a broad collar.
The usekh collar was worn over the shoulders and around the neck and was fastened at the back. It was typically made from faience, glass, stone, or metal beads, produced in a wide range of colors and strung together with linen thread. Scenes depicting the manufacture of usekh collars appear in a small number of ancient Egyptian tombs.
Over time, the usekh underwent numerous variations in form. These changes may reflect shifting mythological concepts or regional differences within Egypt.
A scene in the Fourth Dynasty tomb of Wepemnofret at Giza associates the usekh collar with dwarfs and the deity Ptah. Bernd Scheel has argued that Ptah, who is sometimes depicted wearing a broad collar, protected the deceased through the collar, and that dwarfs had access to this protective power through their role in manufacturing such ornaments.
In the Fifth Dynasty tomb chapel of Akhethotep—originally located at the Saqqara burial ground and now housed in the Louvre—one scene distinguishes between two types of collars: the broad collar and the šnw, or "encircling", collar.
Note:
- According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes and will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
- Up to 6,000 euros: 5%.
- From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
Seller's Story
IMPORTANT NOTES:
-We are a professional seller.
- All items sold will come with their professional invoice.
- All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity (warranty document), including the description, image and provenance of the item.
- All items will be shipped via private courier with insurance (DHL express, CORREOS of Spain, or other similar with tracking number).
- All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiques over 100 years old and their price valued.
- For shipping outside of EU: Delivery time subject to customs clearance. Liability and Customs Regulations or Import Requirements applicable in the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are not responsible for delays caused by customs procedures. Import taxes and vat are not included in the shipping costs. The import tax or VAT payable depends on the country of destination. Payments of any taxes or any disputes with the Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
- For some of the items offered, for shipment outside the European Union it is necessary to obtain an Export Permit which will detail the payment by the buyer of Export Fees according to Spanish legislation. If it is necessary it will be mentioned in the description of the article, BECAUSE NOT IN ALL THE CASES IT IS LIKE THAT. These fees will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price and the tax rate is not applied directly on the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it: Up to 6,000 euros: 5%. From 6,001 to 60,000 euros: 10%.
This export permit application process can take between 1-2 months maximum.
- We guarantee that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property.
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Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/timeframe
Late Period, 664 - 332 BC
Name of object
Big Usekh neckalce. 28 cm D. Late Period, 664 - 332 BC.
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2008
Material
Faience, Glass
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
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.
