Two Egyptian turquoise glazed composition shabtis 2
Two Egyptian turquoise glazed composition shabtis
Third Intermediate Period, 21st-23rd Dynasty, circa 1069-715 B.C.
Both of typical form with details added in black and column of text on the legs, one smaller example for Meryamun, 21st Dynasty, circa 1069-945 B.C., 4in (10.2cm) high, mounted; the larger for 'the god's father, beloved of Amente Padimehyt', 22nd-23rd Dynasty, circa 945-715 B.C., 4¾in (12.1cm) high (2)
Sold for £1,125 inc. premium

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  • Provenance:
    Joseph Klein Collection, formed in New York between 1941 and 1980. Thence by descent.

Category: Antiquities


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