Ancient Egyptian Faience - Ushabti with a back column of hieroglyphs - 664/332 BC - 6.8 cm
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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This ancient Egyptian faience ushabti with a raised dorsal column of hieroglyphs dates to the Late Period, 664–332 BC, and is 6.8 cm high.
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Description from the seller
Ceramic ushabti / shabti with blue-green glaze and a raised hieroglyphic inscription column on the back.
Mummiform figurine wearing a tripartite wig. The arms are modelled and crossed over the chest, with the hands holding a pair of hoes. At the back, a grain sack with hatched details rests on the figure’s back. The rest of the body is covered with raised hieroglyphs.
The statuette features a dorsal inscription in sunken hieroglyphs, consisting of an excerpt from Chapter VI of the Book of the Dead.
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 26th/31st Dynasty, 664 to 332 BC.
Height 6.8 cm (height 8.5 cm with the base) - Perfect condition - no restoration.
Provenance: France, M.L.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 TranslateCeramic ushabti / shabti with blue-green glaze and a raised hieroglyphic inscription column on the back.
Mummiform figurine wearing a tripartite wig. The arms are modelled and crossed over the chest, with the hands holding a pair of hoes. At the back, a grain sack with hatched details rests on the figure’s back. The rest of the body is covered with raised hieroglyphs.
The statuette features a dorsal inscription in sunken hieroglyphs, consisting of an excerpt from Chapter VI of the Book of the Dead.
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 26th/31st Dynasty, 664 to 332 BC.
Height 6.8 cm (height 8.5 cm with the base) - Perfect condition - no restoration.
Provenance: France, M.L.N. Gallery.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorised to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural Property Passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days.
All the seller’s items are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating 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
Height
6.8 cm
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.
