Ancient Egyptian Alabaster composition - Leda and the Swan - 4th/5th century - Rare iconography.
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Ancient Egyptian alabaster sculpture titled Leda and the Swan, 4th/5th century AD, in very good condition, height 8.5 cm and width 7.1 cm.
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Egyptian alabaster composition depicting Leda and the Swan.
Rare depiction of Leda seated on a throne. She holds a swan in her arms, its head resting on her left shoulder. In the background, there is a vegetal scene with a flower at the center that has eight petals.
According to mythology, Zeus took the form of a swan to seduce Leda, wife of Tyndareus, king of Sparta.
Egypt, probably Alexandria, late period, 4th/5th century AD.
Dimensions: height 8.5 cm - width 7.1 cm
Very good state of preservation
Provenance: Germany, Hamburg, Galerie K.Z.A.
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Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
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Translated by Google TranslateEgyptian alabaster composition depicting Leda and the Swan.
Rare depiction of Leda seated on a throne. She holds a swan in her arms, its head resting on her left shoulder. In the background, there is a vegetal scene with a flower at the center that has eight petals.
According to mythology, Zeus took the form of a swan to seduce Leda, wife of Tyndareus, king of Sparta.
Egypt, probably Alexandria, late period, 4th/5th century AD.
Dimensions: height 8.5 cm - width 7.1 cm
Very good state of preservation
Provenance: Germany, Hamburg, Galerie K.Z.A.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.
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
4ème / 5ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
Alabaster composition - Leda and the Swan - 4th/5th century - Rare iconography.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2021
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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.
