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An Egyptian Gold-inlaid Bronze Base for a Figure of Amun, dedicated to Amenirdis, Princess and Divine Adoratrix of Amun, 25th Dynasty, 750-656 B.C.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- An Egyptian Gold-inlaid Bronze Base for a Figure of Amun, dedicated to Amenirdis, Princess and Divine Adoratrix of Amun
- bronze
- 4.5 by 19.2 by 7.6 cm.
engraved on top with 11 lines of inscription and another inscription running along the rectangular opening, in front with four lines of inscription listing offerings, on each long side with a procession of eight nome-gods, each named and holding offerings before a cartouche of Amenirdis (the Theban nome represented by a woman), and on the back with Horus and Thoth uniting the Two Lands and three cartouches naming Schepenupet, Amenirdis, and Pabetma.
Provenance
Colonel Norman Colville, M.C. (1893-1974), Cornwall, UK
Sotheby & Co., London, April 21st, 1975, no. 259, illus.
Asian private collection, acquired at the above sale
Sotheby & Co., London, April 21st, 1975, no. 259, illus.
Asian private collection, acquired at the above sale
Literature
Erhart Graefe, Untersuchungen zur Verwaltung und Geschichte der Institution der Gottesgemahlin des Amun vom Beginn des Neuen Reiches bis zur Spätzeit (ÄgAbh 37), vol. 1, Wiesbaden, 1981, p. 208-20, pl. 3*-4*, no. P11
Condition
As shown. Note extensive damage and losses to top and to one long side. Chips and abrasions along edges. One short side highly abraded. A significant amount of gilding and inlays is missing from the glyphs and figures.
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."