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An Egyptian Gold or Electrum Pendant, Middle Kingdom, 1987-1640 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Gold or Electrum Pendant
- Height 15/16 in. 2.4 cm.
hammered in the form of a shell, with suspension loop above.
Provenance
Swiss private collection, Basel, 1980s
Literature
Galerie Nefer, Zurich, Nefer 2, 1984, no. 30, illus. (1 of 12)
Galerie Nefer, Zurich, Ancient Jewellery from the Near East and Egypt, Spring 1993, no. 56, illus.
Galerie Nefer, Zurich, Ancient Jewellery from the Near East and Egypt, Spring 1993, no. 56, illus.
Condition
Very good, a few miniscule nicks on the perimeter.
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. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Ancient Egypt, Boston, 1946, fig. 60.