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An Egyptian Alabaster Canopic Jar, 26th Dynasty, 664-525 B.C.
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Alabaster Canopic Jar
- alabaster
- Height 17 1/4 in. 43.8 cm.
of slender ovoid form, the lid, possibly belonging, carved in the form of the head of Imsety, Son of Horus and guardian of the liver, wearing a wide wig leaving the well-shaped ears uncovered, the eyes carved in a very impressionistic manner.
Provenance
Elie Albert Abemayor, Rue Kamel in front of Shepheard’s Hotel, Cairo
Mrs. Mina Merrill Prindle (1864-1953), Duluth, Minnesota and Pasadena, California, acquired from the above July 7th, 1922
thence by descent to the present owners
Mrs. Mina Merrill Prindle (1864-1953), Duluth, Minnesota and Pasadena, California, acquired from the above July 7th, 1922
thence by descent to the present owners
Condition
Very good and as shown. Note large chip at base of the wig. The rim and edge of the base have a number small nicks. Minor imperfections in the stone and a few nicks on the body of the vessel. The lid fits loosely on the jar, and does not seem to have been made for it.
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.