Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom Ancient Egyptian Alabaster Plumb-Bob
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Ancient Egyptian alabaster plumb-bob from the New Kingdom (1570–1070 BC), 1 5/8 inches high with suspension holes on the sides and top, in good condition, from a private collection; can be worn as a pendant with a gold-plated removable addition.
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An ancient Egyptian alabaster plumb-bob with suspension holes on the sides and on top. New Kingdom, 1570-1070 BC. 1 5/8 inches high. From an old NYC scholarly collection.
Can be worn as a pendant with gold plated removable addition.
Bidders coming from Spain, add $95 for FEDEX shipping.
A plumb bob is a weight, with a pointed tip on the bottom, suspended from a string and used as a vertical direction as a reference point. Plumb bobs were appreciated for their ability to furnish a true vertical line. The ancient Egyptians used plumb tools for leveling and as a way to continue distances vertically. They also used it for astronomy, navigation, surveying, and building.
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Seller's Story
My fascination with ancient art and ancient history has proven to be the driving force for visiting museums with ancient collections and the countries with their rich ancient civilizations. My focus has been on studying and researching the art and the cultures of ancient Egypt and the classical world.
An ancient Egyptian alabaster plumb-bob with suspension holes on the sides and on top. New Kingdom, 1570-1070 BC. 1 5/8 inches high. From an old NYC scholarly collection.
Can be worn as a pendant with gold plated removable addition.
Bidders coming from Spain, add $95 for FEDEX shipping.
A plumb bob is a weight, with a pointed tip on the bottom, suspended from a string and used as a vertical direction as a reference point. Plumb bobs were appreciated for their ability to furnish a true vertical line. The ancient Egyptians used plumb tools for leveling and as a way to continue distances vertically. They also used it for astronomy, navigation, surveying, and building.
The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally.
The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence.
The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object.
The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer.
The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
Seller's Story
My fascination with ancient art and ancient history has proven to be the driving force for visiting museums with ancient collections and the countries with their rich ancient civilizations. My focus has been on studying and researching the art and the cultures of ancient Egypt and the classical world.
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom
Century/ Timeframe
1570 BC-1070 BC
Name of object
Ancient Egyptian Alabaster Plumb-Bob
Acquired from
Private collection
Condition
Good
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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.
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.
