A fine Egyptian cast silver amulet of the god Horus in his falcon form. Horus is depicted in a naturalistic manner, with his wings folded into his body. He is perched on a tall rectangular base. The base is engraved with a sequence of dots and vertical lines. Some signs of ageing present on the surface. Some areas of silver are covered with encrustation and patination. There are two narrow horizontal perforations to the base for suspension.

Please note this is a small amulet. Measurements have been included below.

Horus was commonly depicted with the head of a falcon and was a sky god, who looked after the sun and moon. They were said to be represented in each of his eyes, and thus the Eye of Horus, also known as ‘Wedjat’, was an ancient symbol of protection, particularly for the afterlife, as well as possessing the ability to deflect evil. Amulets held different meanings, depending on their type or form. Small amulets depicting gods and goddesses seem to have induced the protective powers of the deity. Amulets depicting animals were very common in the Old Kingdom Period, whilst representations of deities gained popularity in the Middle Kingdom.

Measurements: H 1cm x L 0.5cm
Weight: 0.68g

Provenance: Ex French collection formed in the 1920’s.

Seller's Story

N.B: ALL ITEMS WILL BE DISPATCHED VIA PRIVATE COURIER. TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE. ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price. Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees. Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images. The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.

A fine Egyptian cast silver amulet of the god Horus in his falcon form. Horus is depicted in a naturalistic manner, with his wings folded into his body. He is perched on a tall rectangular base. The base is engraved with a sequence of dots and vertical lines. Some signs of ageing present on the surface. Some areas of silver are covered with encrustation and patination. There are two narrow horizontal perforations to the base for suspension.

Please note this is a small amulet. Measurements have been included below.

Horus was commonly depicted with the head of a falcon and was a sky god, who looked after the sun and moon. They were said to be represented in each of his eyes, and thus the Eye of Horus, also known as ‘Wedjat’, was an ancient symbol of protection, particularly for the afterlife, as well as possessing the ability to deflect evil. Amulets held different meanings, depending on their type or form. Small amulets depicting gods and goddesses seem to have induced the protective powers of the deity. Amulets depicting animals were very common in the Old Kingdom Period, whilst representations of deities gained popularity in the Middle Kingdom.

Measurements: H 1cm x L 0.5cm
Weight: 0.68g

Provenance: Ex French collection formed in the 1920’s.

Seller's Story

N.B: ALL ITEMS WILL BE DISPATCHED VIA PRIVATE COURIER. TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE. ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price. Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees. Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images. The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Culture
Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom
Name of object
Horus Falcon Amulet
Century/ Timeframe
Circa 1550-1070 BC
Provenance
Private Collection
Country of Origin
Unknown
Material
Silver
Condition
Good

2014 reviews (417 in last 12 months)
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Le lancette sono difettose e si inceppano. Prenderò provvedimenti!

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To tani zegarek, podróbka a nie oryginał, wartość tego zegarka to max 30 euro! Sprzedawca bardzo szybko wysłał, ale nawet pudełko to zwykła chińszczyzna. Nie można handlować tak słabym towarem.

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user-eed641e371ca

Product came quickly well received and all in good order beautiful watch highly recommend seller

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user-88b32227709f

Excellent items and excellent packaging. Couldn't be happier. Great seller

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user-9327a376fd0d

Great product, arrived safely in the exact condition advertised.

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user-8a38b192a8e3

Items waren goed verpakt en snel geleverd , ondanks het slechte weer en de sneeuw ! Mvg ; Serge

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helserge

Livré dans les Temps, avec une certification. Merci

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user-75d8ee18f549

Mooi voorwerp. ZIet er nog beter uit dan op de foto. Goede service en alles was heel goed verpakt. Top.

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user-46a2ec833975

The object came with some delay due to the xmas holiday. But the seller kept me updated and contacted customs and the delivery agent to arrange for good delivery. I am very happy with my purchase.

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user-ecbeaa058160

Een geweldig mooie pot uit de indus vallei!! Ontzettend bedankt voor dit prachtige item!!

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objet et documents conformes à mon attente. Merci

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Muy profesional, intentó ayudarme con un problema de aduanas.

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user-5c5d45b474da

désolé du retard colis bien protégé acheminement rapide très professionnel merci pour votre efficacité

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user-2aeef0184685

Envío sin problemas y las piezas responden rigurosamente con la descripción

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Szybka sprawna wysyłka, profesjonalne zapakowana. Polecam

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Sello precioso, llegó muy rápido y bien protegido, gracias!

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Prachtig voorwerp. Erg blij mee.

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2014 reviews (417 in last 12 months)
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  3. 3

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The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.

The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.