Ancient Egypt, Late Period - Limestone bas-relief depicting a noble in profile — late period 664–332 BC

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Limestone bas-relief depicting a profile view of a noble from ancient Egypt, late period (664–332 BC).

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Egyptian bas-relief carved in limestone.
Bas relief depicting a dignitary's face in profile, with the hairstyle featuring wavy hair carved in chevrons.
The face is finely sculpted, with a narrow mouth, straight nose, and almond-shaped eyes topped with fine, wavy eyebrows.
Dimensions: length 18.9 cm - height 8.1 cm.
Highlighted by an elegant custom-made acrylic support.
Support dimensions: height 17.8 cm x 24.3 cm
Item in excellent condition.
Provenance: Belgium, R.B.M.
Old collection of Mr. and Mrs. S., Ghent, Belgium.

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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.
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Egyptian bas-relief carved in limestone.
Bas relief depicting a dignitary's face in profile, with the hairstyle featuring wavy hair carved in chevrons.
The face is finely sculpted, with a narrow mouth, straight nose, and almond-shaped eyes topped with fine, wavy eyebrows.
Dimensions: length 18.9 cm - height 8.1 cm.
Highlighted by an elegant custom-made acrylic support.
Support dimensions: height 17.8 cm x 24.3 cm
Item in excellent condition.
Provenance: Belgium, R.B.M.
Old collection of Mr. and Mrs. S., Ghent, Belgium.

The supplier guarantees that this batch was obtained legally.
Documents viewed by Catawiki.
An important piece of information.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to ship this batch.
The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if it takes more than a few days.

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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Details

Culture
Ancient Egypt, Late Period
Century/ Timeframe
Basse Epoque - 664 / 332 BC
Name of object
- Limestone bas-relief depicting a noble in profile — late period 664–332 BC
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2023
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1972
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
FranceVerified
3879
Objects sold
99.63%
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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.

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