Ancient Egyptian Wood Goddess Hathor rear of sarcophagus. 64 cm H. Late Period, 664 - 332 BC
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A Late Period wooden sarcophagus panel showing Hathor on the rear, 64 cm high with original pigments, a striking link to ancient funerary beliefs from 664 to 332 BC.
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Rear of sarcophagus with the goddess Hathor
- very fine -
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 664 - 332 BC
Wooden and pigments
64 cm length and 25 cm width
PROVENANCE:
- Private collection, Mr. I, France, before 1980.
CONDITION: Good condition and original pigments, see photos.
In Ancient Egypt, wooden sarcophagi were carefully crafted not only as funerary containers, but also as sacred spaces that ensured the protection and rebirth of the deceased in the afterlife. One of the most significant elements of the interior of these sarcophagi was the depiction of a goddess, commonly Hathor or Isis, painted on the bottom, just below the body of the deceased. This image was not decorative, but symbolic: the goddess, with outstretched arms and a serene expression, was shown as the guardian of the deceased, enveloping him with her divine power.
Hathor, goddess of love, motherhood and music, also played a crucial role as the deity of rebirth and welcome to the afterlife. Isis, on the other hand, was a magical protector, symbol of resurrection through her role in the resurrection of Osiris. Both were invoked to ensure that the soul could be reborn like the sun god Ra every morning. These interior paintings, often accompanied by inscriptions of incantations from the Book of the Dead, turned the sarcophagus into a kind of divine womb, a place of transformation where death was not the end, but the beginning of a new eternal existence.64 cm long and 25 cm wide.
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Translated by Google TranslateRear of sarcophagus with the goddess Hathor
- very fine -
Ancient Egypt, Late Period, 664 - 332 BC
Wooden and pigments
64 cm length and 25 cm width
PROVENANCE:
- Private collection, Mr. I, France, before 1980.
CONDITION: Good condition and original pigments, see photos.
In Ancient Egypt, wooden sarcophagi were carefully crafted not only as funerary containers, but also as sacred spaces that ensured the protection and rebirth of the deceased in the afterlife. One of the most significant elements of the interior of these sarcophagi was the depiction of a goddess, commonly Hathor or Isis, painted on the bottom, just below the body of the deceased. This image was not decorative, but symbolic: the goddess, with outstretched arms and a serene expression, was shown as the guardian of the deceased, enveloping him with her divine power.
Hathor, goddess of love, motherhood and music, also played a crucial role as the deity of rebirth and welcome to the afterlife. Isis, on the other hand, was a magical protector, symbol of resurrection through her role in the resurrection of Osiris. Both were invoked to ensure that the soul could be reborn like the sun god Ra every morning. These interior paintings, often accompanied by inscriptions of incantations from the Book of the Dead, turned the sarcophagus into a kind of divine womb, a place of transformation where death was not the end, but the beginning of a new eternal existence.64 cm long and 25 cm wide.
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
Goddess Hathor rear of sarcophagus. 64 cm H. Late Period, 664 - 332 BC
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Material
Wood
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
