Egyptian Bronze Standing Horus - 5"h - Dec 25, 2017 | Artemis Gallery In Co
LiveAuctioneers Logo

lots of lots

Egyptian Bronze Standing Horus - 5"H

Recommended Items

item-58589340=1
item-58589340=2
item-58589340=3
item-58589340=4
item-58589340=5
item-58589340=6
item-58589340=7
Egyptian Bronze Standing Horus - 5"H
Egyptian Bronze Standing Horus - 5"H
Item Details
Description
**First Time At Auction**

Ancient Egypt, Third Intermediate to Late Dynastic Period, ca. 1070 to 332 BCE. A cast bronze votive statue of a standing Horus, shown striding forward with one foot in the classic Egyptian pose. Horus was one of the most significant and powerful of the Egyptian deities, often depicted with the head of a falcon as he is here. He played a key role in the rites of resurrection relating to the story of his parents, Isis and Osiris, and was central to the mythology surrounding Egyptian burial rites. Size: 5" H (12.7 cm)

Provenance: private Florida USA collection, purchased in the 1980s

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 to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.

#129612
Condition
Green and dark mottled patina on surface. Form is still present.
Buyer's Premium
  • 24.5%

Egyptian Bronze Standing Horus - 5"H

Estimate $500 - $700
See Sold Price
Starting Price $150
2 bidders are watching this item.

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

Payment

Artemis Gallery

Artemis Gallery

badge TOP RATED
Louisville, CO, United States7,914 Followers
TOP