Ancient Egypt, Late Period Faience Amulet of Isis and Child Horus (No Reserve Price)
No. 94428411
An ancient Egyptian amulet in glazed blue faience in the form of Isis. She is depicted seated upon a throne, holding her infant son Horus. She wears a crown with a sun disc between two horns. The reverse is smooth and unadorned, and the amulet is finely perforated through the head for suspension. Remnants of the original glaze are visible throughout. Some hairline cracks to the face. Encrustations and some discolouration to the surface, as well as some wear consistent with age. The encrustation gives the amulet a yellow tint.
The Egyptians wore amulets alongside other pieces of jewellery. They were decorative, but also served a practical purpose, being considered to bestow power and protection upon the wearer. Many of the amulets have been found inside the wrappings of mummies, as they were used to prepare the deceased for the afterlife. Isis is often shown in the pose of nursing her son, Horus, as it reflects her role as life-giver and protector. She is the goddess most commonly associated with birth and creation, on account of her role in the Osirian myth. The goddess enjoyed widespread worship, which extended beyond the confines of Egypt – indeed, the cult of Isis in the Roman Empire received frequent mention in literature.
Measurements: Circa H 3.7cm x L 0.9cm x W 1.1cm
Provenance: Ex Matania Tiktinsky coll., 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 amulet in glazed blue faience in the form of Isis. She is depicted seated upon a throne, holding her infant son Horus. She wears a crown with a sun disc between two horns. The reverse is smooth and unadorned, and the amulet is finely perforated through the head for suspension. Remnants of the original glaze are visible throughout. Some hairline cracks to the face. Encrustations and some discolouration to the surface, as well as some wear consistent with age. The encrustation gives the amulet a yellow tint.
The Egyptians wore amulets alongside other pieces of jewellery. They were decorative, but also served a practical purpose, being considered to bestow power and protection upon the wearer. Many of the amulets have been found inside the wrappings of mummies, as they were used to prepare the deceased for the afterlife. Isis is often shown in the pose of nursing her son, Horus, as it reflects her role as life-giver and protector. She is the goddess most commonly associated with birth and creation, on account of her role in the Osirian myth. The goddess enjoyed widespread worship, which extended beyond the confines of Egypt – indeed, the cult of Isis in the Roman Empire received frequent mention in literature.
Measurements: Circa H 3.7cm x L 0.9cm x W 1.1cm
Provenance: Ex Matania Tiktinsky coll., 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
Amulet of Isis and Child Horus
Century/ Timeframe
Circa 664-332 BC
Provenance
Private Collection
Country of Origin
Unknown
Material
Faience
Condition
Good