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Description : Ancient Egypt, Late Dynastic Period, Dynasties 26 through 30, ca. 662 to 330 BCE. A seated bronze figure of the child god Harpocrates, sitting nude, legs together with feet on an integral square base, right finger to mouth and left arm at his side. He wears a uraeus, as well as side lock of youth. The child of Isis and Osiris, Harpocrates (the Hellenised term for Horus) was revered for his power over threatening animals and despite his youthful appearance, was seen as a protective deity. A lovely example with handsome features and nice glossy surfaces with attractive, deep green patination. Created to be dedicated rather than worn as a pendant. Size: 1.45 W x 4.25 H (3.7 cm x 10.8 cm), 5 H (12.7 cm) on included custom stand. Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #138499
Price: 871.50 USD It's free to register now to view!
Estimate (low-high) : 1500 USD-2000.0 USD It's free to register now to view!

About the lot N° 3B
Title : Bronze Seated Harpocrates / Horus
Size : Size: 1.45 W x 4
Condition report : Intact, with thick, deep turquoise patina and nice remaining detail.
Artemis Gallery, auctioneer It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Antiquities from Egypt, Greece, Italy, Asia
Sale date : 25 Oct 2018 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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