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Two Egyptian Steatite and Obsidian Fly Pendants, 12th/18th Dynasty, 1938-1292 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Two Egyptian Steatite and Obsidian Fly Pendants
- steatite and obsidian
- Lengths 2 and 1.3 cm.
comprising a green-glazed steatite fly (17th/18th dynasty) with detailed markings on the head and transverse suspension hole and a translucent smoky obsidian fly (12th/13th dynasty) with striated markings behind the head, bulbous eyes, and a suspension loop underneath.
Provenance
German private collection, acquired 1955-1965 (Sotheby's, New York, June 12, 2001, no. 170, part), for the first
Sigrist Collection, Basel, circa 1970s, for the second
Literature
Galerie Nefer, Zurich, Ancient Jewellery, 1993, p. 58, for the obsidian insect
Condition
Both excellent, very minor imperfections on the wing edges.
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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.