Ancient Egyptian Faience Pretty Inlay amulet of genie Kebehsenuf. 3.7 cm H. Late Period, 664 - 332 BC. Spanish Export License
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Description from the seller
Inlay of an amulet of the genie Kebehsenuf
CULTURE: Ancient Egypt
PERIOD: Late Period, 664 - 332 BC.
MATERIAL: Stone
DIMENSIONS: 3,7 cm height.
PROVENANCE:
- Private collection, B., Lyon, France. 1960.
CONSERVATION: Intact.
DESCRIPTION:
Amulet with the body in human form, crouched, covered by a shroud, with a falcon's head and tripartite wig. The back is completely flat, retaining traces of black engobe. This fact allows us to identify the object as an inlay, a piece made to be embedded in a larger element as part of the decoration. The most plausible option of its use is a wooden sarcophagus, there are examples, such as the sarcophagus of the priest Petosiris, in which five columns of hieroglyphic writing were carved on its body, each symbol being an inlay, made in this case in faience of different colors. In other cases only a necklace with a deity, like the one studied here, inside a pectoral, composed of different types of stone, each one contributing its characteristic color. The options are varied, but it is clear that this is a decorative technique used by the ancient Egyptians to provide a natural color to the sarcophagi, denoting both quality and status, as some of the stones, even gems, were expensive to acquire and therefore were available to the wealthiest or those who had positions of great importance within the administration or priesthood.
He represents the deity or genie Kebehsenuf or Qebehsenuf, one of the four sons of Horus and Hathor and brother of Amset, Duamutef and Hapi in Egyptian mythology. His name means "he who refreshes his brothers" and is a divinity associated with the protection of the West. In the preparation of the mummies, one of the four canopic vessels, the one used for the intestines, represented him in the form of a mummy with a falcon's head. He was protected in turn by the goddess Serket. As funerary divinity, together with his brothers and the divinities Maa-ateff, Jeri-beqf and Horus-Jentimaa formed "the seven shining ones", they were the protectors of the body of Osiris.
Notes:
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits, like an export license will be arranged, he will inform the buyer about the status of it if this takes more than a few days.
The piece includes authenticity certificate.
The piece includes Spanish Export License.
THE MINISTRY OF CULTURE FROM SPAIN ASKS ALL SELLERS FOR INVOICES OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION ABLE TO PROVE THE LEGALITY OF EACH ITEM BEFORE PROVIDING AN IMPORT OR EXPORT LICENSE.
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Seller's Story
Gallery of Ancient Art - Archeology based in Barcelona with more than fifteen years of experience. Specialized in classical art, Egyptian art, Asian art and pre-Columbian art. It guarantees the authenticity of all its pieces. It participates in the most important art fairs in Spain, such as Feriarte, as well as in fairs abroad, BRAFA, Parcours des Mondes, Cultures Brussels.
All the pieces are sent with an Export Permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture.
We are quick to ship via DHL Express or Direct Art Transport.
Translated by Google TranslateInlay of an amulet of the genie Kebehsenuf
CULTURE: Ancient Egypt
PERIOD: Late Period, 664 - 332 BC.
MATERIAL: Stone
DIMENSIONS: 3,7 cm height.
PROVENANCE:
- Private collection, B., Lyon, France. 1960.
CONSERVATION: Intact.
DESCRIPTION:
Amulet with the body in human form, crouched, covered by a shroud, with a falcon's head and tripartite wig. The back is completely flat, retaining traces of black engobe. This fact allows us to identify the object as an inlay, a piece made to be embedded in a larger element as part of the decoration. The most plausible option of its use is a wooden sarcophagus, there are examples, such as the sarcophagus of the priest Petosiris, in which five columns of hieroglyphic writing were carved on its body, each symbol being an inlay, made in this case in faience of different colors. In other cases only a necklace with a deity, like the one studied here, inside a pectoral, composed of different types of stone, each one contributing its characteristic color. The options are varied, but it is clear that this is a decorative technique used by the ancient Egyptians to provide a natural color to the sarcophagi, denoting both quality and status, as some of the stones, even gems, were expensive to acquire and therefore were available to the wealthiest or those who had positions of great importance within the administration or priesthood.
He represents the deity or genie Kebehsenuf or Qebehsenuf, one of the four sons of Horus and Hathor and brother of Amset, Duamutef and Hapi in Egyptian mythology. His name means "he who refreshes his brothers" and is a divinity associated with the protection of the West. In the preparation of the mummies, one of the four canopic vessels, the one used for the intestines, represented him in the form of a mummy with a falcon's head. He was protected in turn by the goddess Serket. As funerary divinity, together with his brothers and the divinities Maa-ateff, Jeri-beqf and Horus-Jentimaa formed "the seven shining ones", they were the protectors of the body of Osiris.
Notes:
The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits, like an export license will be arranged, he will inform the buyer about the status of it if this takes more than a few days.
The piece includes authenticity certificate.
The piece includes Spanish Export License.
THE MINISTRY OF CULTURE FROM SPAIN ASKS ALL SELLERS FOR INVOICES OR OTHER DOCUMENTATION ABLE TO PROVE THE LEGALITY OF EACH ITEM BEFORE PROVIDING AN IMPORT OR EXPORT LICENSE.
#alienscollection
Seller's Story
Gallery of Ancient Art - Archeology based in Barcelona with more than fifteen years of experience. Specialized in classical art, Egyptian art, Asian art and pre-Columbian art. It guarantees the authenticity of all its pieces. It participates in the most important art fairs in Spain, such as Feriarte, as well as in fairs abroad, BRAFA, Parcours des Mondes, Cultures Brussels.
All the pieces are sent with an Export Permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture.
We are quick to ship via DHL Express or Direct Art Transport.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Ancient Egyptian
Century/ Timeframe
Late Period 664-332 BC.
Name of object
Pretty Inlay amulet of genie Kebehsenuf. 3.7 cm H. Late Period, 664 - 332 BC. Spanish Export License
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2023
Material
Faience
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
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.
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.
