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An Egyptian Gold and Steatite Scarab Swivel Ring, Early 18th Dynasty, 1540-1400 B.C.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Gold and Steatite Scarab Swivel Ring
- Steatite in gold mount
- Width 15/16 in. 23.8 cm.
with solid gold hoop, the spiral wire wound around the shoulders and through the convex terminals and turquoise-glazed scarab, the scarab carved underneath with a decorative device composed of stylized lotus and papyri.
Provenance
acquired by an ancestor of the present owner, probably during travels abroad in the late 19th Century
Condition
Very good. The frame around the scarab is slightly dented, and the prothorax of the scarab is chipped under the cap. The glaze of the back of the scarab is worn.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
Cf. B. Fay, Ancient Egyptian Jewelry, Berlin, 1990, p. 10. For scarabs with related devices underneath see F.S. Matouk, Corpus du scarabée égyptien, vol. 2, Beirut, 1977, p. 406, and P.E. Newberry, Scarabs, London, 1908, pl. XX.