Ancient Egypt, Late Period Stone Ancient Falcon Small Figure in Black and White Breccia - 1.5 cm
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This Ancient Egyptian Late Period falcon figure is carved from black and white breccia and measures 1.5 cm high and 1.5 cm wide.
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Description from the seller
Finely carved ancient falcon figure sculpted from striking black and white breccia, a decorative natural stone prized in antiquity for its distinctive veined appearance. The falcon is depicted seated in an upright posture with the head slightly inclined forward, conveying a dignified and attentive stance.
In ancient Egypt, the falcon was the sacred animal of Horus, the god of the sky, kingship, and divine protection. Falcon figures such as this served as devotional objects and symbolized royal authority, protection, and the triumph of order over chaos.
The naturally contrasting black and white breccia gives the sculpture an attractive marbled appearance, enhancing the elegant simplicity of the carving. The underside is flat, while the reverse has been carefully smoothed and polished.
Condition: Well preserved overall. Minor age-related wear consistent with its age. Underside flat; reverse smoothly polished.
The modern display stand is used solely for presentation and is not part of the ancient object.
Provenance
Formerly in the Madeleine & Erich Dammann Collection, Germany.
Acquired during the collectors’ extensive travels between 1950 and 1970. The collection is documented in Germany by 1970 through historical photographs of the family residence and subsequently remained in continuous family ownership.
The objects were acquired privately during the collectors’ travels. As was customary for private purchases made at local markets during the 1950s and 1960s, purchase receipts or invoices were generally neither issued nor requested.
Historical photographs and biographical documentation relating to the Dammann Collection are available and support the long-standing provenance of the collection.
Finely carved ancient falcon figure sculpted from striking black and white breccia, a decorative natural stone prized in antiquity for its distinctive veined appearance. The falcon is depicted seated in an upright posture with the head slightly inclined forward, conveying a dignified and attentive stance.
In ancient Egypt, the falcon was the sacred animal of Horus, the god of the sky, kingship, and divine protection. Falcon figures such as this served as devotional objects and symbolized royal authority, protection, and the triumph of order over chaos.
The naturally contrasting black and white breccia gives the sculpture an attractive marbled appearance, enhancing the elegant simplicity of the carving. The underside is flat, while the reverse has been carefully smoothed and polished.
Condition: Well preserved overall. Minor age-related wear consistent with its age. Underside flat; reverse smoothly polished.
The modern display stand is used solely for presentation and is not part of the ancient object.
Provenance
Formerly in the Madeleine & Erich Dammann Collection, Germany.
Acquired during the collectors’ extensive travels between 1950 and 1970. The collection is documented in Germany by 1970 through historical photographs of the family residence and subsequently remained in continuous family ownership.
The objects were acquired privately during the collectors’ travels. As was customary for private purchases made at local markets during the 1950s and 1960s, purchase receipts or invoices were generally neither issued nor requested.
Historical photographs and biographical documentation relating to the Dammann Collection are available and support the long-standing provenance of the collection.
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt, Late Period
Century/timeframe
Late Period (c. 664–30 BC)
Name of object
Ancient Falcon Small Figure in Black and White Breccia
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Material
Stone
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Fair
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
1.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
1.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
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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.
