Amusing Egyptian Faience Phallic Amulet Of Ptah - Aug 25, 2016 | Artemis Gallery In Co
LiveAuctioneers Logo

lots of lots

Amusing Egyptian Faience Phallic Amulet of Ptah

Related Home & Décor

More Items in Home & Décor

View More
item-47154836=1
item-47154836=2
item-47154836=3
item-47154836=4
item-47154836=5
item-47154836=6
item-47154836=7
Amusing Egyptian Faience Phallic Amulet of Ptah
Amusing Egyptian Faience Phallic Amulet of Ptah
Item Details
Description
Egypt, Third Intermediate Period to Late Dynastic Period, ca. 1070 to 332 BCE. This is a small faience amulet that is guaranteed to spark discussion. It shows a seated figure of Ptah, the creator god who existed before all things and thought the world into existence. Here, he has a disproportionately large phallus that forms the bulk of the amulet, obviously suggesting fertility, but also giving off a slightly cheeky air. Size: 1.8" L x 0.5" W x 1" H (4.6 cm x 1.3 cm x 2.5 cm)

Provenance: Ex - Private LA County collection, acquired before 1990

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.

#116521
Condition
Very minor chips; shape of figure is very clear
Buyer's Premium
  • 24.5%

Amusing Egyptian Faience Phallic Amulet of Ptah

Estimate $500 - $700
See Sold Price
Starting Price $300
8 bidders are watching this item.

Shipping & Pickup Options
Item located in Louisville, CO, us
See Policy for Shipping

Payment
Accepts seamless payments through LiveAuctioneers

Artemis Gallery

Artemis Gallery

badge TOP RATED
Louisville, CO, United States7,941 Followers
TOP