Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom to Third Intermediate Period, 18th to 25th Dynasty, ca. 1549 to 664 BCE. A fine collection of nine hand-blown miniature opaque glass items with vibrant colors in cobalt, turquoise, jet, emerald, carnelian, pearl, and golden hues. Seven of the pieces are laterally-pierced beads of which four are ovoid and tubular, two are fish, and the smallest vaguely resembles a hedgehog. The remaining two items are alabastron-shaped ear studs, one boasting vibrant turquoise colors and a black-and-white rim, and the other with a swirled blue-and-white body with pale red glass ringing the top and bottom rims. A fabulous ensemble of fine glass-working artistry! Size of largest (blue-and-white ear stud): 0.625" W x 1.3" H (1.6 cm x 3.3 cm).

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection

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One bead repaired from multiple small pieces with minor losses and light adhesive residue along break lines. All items have surface wear and abrasions commensurate with age, and some small chips to peripheries and pierced suspension holes. Small chips and losses to peripheries of some beads. Light earthen deposits within suspension holes.