Lot 217
LATE PERIOD, 525-332 B.C
The upper portion of the fragment shows the outstretched wings of the goddess Mut; the lower portion shows the image of an unidentified goddess; the hieroglyphic text reads 'Mut-Isis_Osiris... Lord of the Westerners...' Nicely set within a box frame. Together with certificate of authenticity from B.C Galleries.
The panel 82.5cm x 30cm. The frame 105.5cm x 52.5cm
Estimate $2,500 - $3,500
As observed in frame, and without access to the back: Ancient losses and deterioration visible to paintwork and wooden panel overall. Evidence of old bora visible to the sides of the panels together with dirt on the surface.
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Purchased from BC Galleries, February 2001
Decorative Arts
AUCTION
Sale: LJ8427
6:00pm - 18 October 2021
Online
VIEWING
Viewing Virtually:
Friday 15 - Sunday 17 October, 10am - 4pm
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* Please note all collections for this auction will be from 4 University Place, Clayton VIC
CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
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