Amusing Egyptian Faience Phallic Amulet of Ptah
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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
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#116521
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
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Amusing Egyptian Faience Phallic Amulet of Ptah
Estimate $500 - $700
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