Ancient Egypt, Late Period Faience Shabti Amulet (No Reserve Price)
No. 93654149
An ancient Egyptian mummiform shabti faience amulet. They are depicted with arms crossed, holding a pair of hoes, and wearing a plain tripartite wig. The detailing to the face has now worn, though facial features are still distinguishable. The body is incised with bands of crude hieroglyphs, which are now unclear due to wear. The reverse is smooth and unadorned, and the shabti amulet is perforated through the head for suspension. Encrustations and some discolouration to the surface make the faience look yellow with some areas retaining the original blue colour. Wear which is consistent with age.
Shabtis (or ushabtis) were figurines in mummified form, which were placed in Egyptian tombs to do any work required by the deceased in the afterlife. They were often inscribed with a special formula (Shabti formula), which would call them to life when recited. Sometimes shabtis were also inscribed with passages from the Book of the Dead, the intention of which was to secure safety for the deceased in the afterlife. Shabtis were mostly made of faience, but wood, bronze, and stone were also used – towards the Late Period, the number of shabtis inside the tomb increased, eventually allowing one for each day of the year.
Measurements: H 4.8cm x W 1.5cm x D 1cm
Provenance: Ex Matania Tiktinsky collection, Haifa.
Seller's Story
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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.
An ancient Egyptian mummiform shabti faience amulet. They are depicted with arms crossed, holding a pair of hoes, and wearing a plain tripartite wig. The detailing to the face has now worn, though facial features are still distinguishable. The body is incised with bands of crude hieroglyphs, which are now unclear due to wear. The reverse is smooth and unadorned, and the shabti amulet is perforated through the head for suspension. Encrustations and some discolouration to the surface make the faience look yellow with some areas retaining the original blue colour. Wear which is consistent with age.
Shabtis (or ushabtis) were figurines in mummified form, which were placed in Egyptian tombs to do any work required by the deceased in the afterlife. They were often inscribed with a special formula (Shabti formula), which would call them to life when recited. Sometimes shabtis were also inscribed with passages from the Book of the Dead, the intention of which was to secure safety for the deceased in the afterlife. Shabtis were mostly made of faience, but wood, bronze, and stone were also used – towards the Late Period, the number of shabtis inside the tomb increased, eventually allowing one for each day of the year.
Measurements: H 4.8cm x W 1.5cm x D 1cm
Provenance: Ex Matania Tiktinsky collection, Haifa.
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, Late Period
Name of object
Shabti Amulet
Century/ Timeframe
Circa 664-332 BC
Provenance
Private Collection
Country of Origin
Unknown
Material
Faience
Condition
Good