Collana di perle sferiche di maiolica rara dell'antico Egitto ca. 1550–1295 a.C. - 42 cm

A superb and rare egyptian spherical bead necklace. Forty bright-blue glazed composition spherical beads with glassy surface, twenty blue faience, short tubular beads and 2 blue faience melon beads at the ends. Large openwork, blue faience melon bead in the centre. Threaded onto modern string. Sold without base. | Egypt. New Kingdom.

An Egyptian faience necklace, a mesmerizing artifact from ancient times, showcases intricate blue and green glazed ceramic beads. Crafted by skilled artisans, this jewelry adorned both royalty and commoners, reflecting Egypt's vibrant culture and reverence for adornment. The faience beads, symbolic of protection and spirituality, link the wearer to a rich past of pharaohs, rituals, and timeless beauty, offering a tangible connection to the mystique of ancient Egypt.Similar examples at:

- British Museum. Accession number: EA3084.
- Minneapolis Institute of Art. Accession number: 31.50.241
- Metropolitan Museum, New York. Accession Number: 05.4.21a

Dimensions: of surface covered by beads: 21,00 cm ( closed) 42,00 cm ( open ). Total size (closed): 27,00 cm.

Condition. Excellent condition. Surface wear, small material losses at the edges of some beads. Small nick on the central bead ( see pictures ).

Provenance: Acquired at auction house ( United Kingdom ) in 2019. Formerly United Kingdom private collection.


Notes:

- The piece includes authenticity certificate.
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