The attractive upperparts of two larger figural pendant of Pataikos and Shu, Late Period, 7th.-3rd. century BC.

Detailed faience of good colour.

Size: 35-37 mm. tall.

Provenance: Formerly in the private collection of Eberhard Hanfstaengl (1886-1973). He was a famous German Art director and head of the Berlin National Gallery as well as other higher positions. Educated as Art Historian. Comes with COA.

A lovely green ancient Egyptian Scarab, more than 2,300 years old, from the famous Mitry collection (see our Homepage). It is 1/2” long (12 mm) and made of steatite, an easy-to-carve stone that hardens when heated. Scarabs empowered life and resurrection and were often placed under mummy wrappings to protect the body and to help it resurrect. This Scarab comes in a jewelry display cup.

Relics of the Nile is pleased to present this very large Egyptian granite ceremonial spear head. Spears in ancient Egypt were primarily used for hunting, however the spear never surpassed the bow and arrow. Spear heads like this one were attached to long wooden shafts by means of a tang and were often used in the military as auxiliary weapons used by charioteers once their arrows were expended. Many scenes depict military processions where the army presents large spears in succession...

Djedptahiufankh – Dd-ptH-iwf-anx Worker 2

with inscription (without vertical lines) and prince title

Deir el-Bahri - Cache I - Royal Cache DB320

Also known as Djedptahiwfankh, Djedptahioufankh, Zadptahefonkhou

The name means ‘Ptah has spoken and he lives

Djedptahiufankh is only known from his burial and mummy...

A nice figure, Coptic, Egypt, 1st. century BC - 1st. century AD.

Attractive female idol carved from a hollowed-out bone. The face is dominated by huge, round eyes and a small nose and mouth. The artist has also carved a round belly and female genitals.

Size: 66 mm.

Ex. Danish Private Collection.

A lovely ancient Egyptian Scarab, more than 2,300 years old, from the famous Mitry collection (see our Homepage). It is 9/16” long (14 mm) and made of steatite, an easy-to-carve stone that hardens when heated. Scarabs empowered life and resurrection and were often placed under mummy wrappings to protect the body and to help it resurrect. This Scarab comes in a jewelry display cup...

Meretamen / Amenmeret – imn-mrt Typ 1

Bab el-Gasus Shabtis - Cache II - Tomb of the Priests of Amun...

Relics of the Nile is pleased to present this ancient Egyptian 3rd Intermediate Period upper ushabti fragment. This upper torso from an ushabti remains in a condition that is somewhat worn, but the headcloth, arms, face, etc. are still evident on the ushabti. Some of the painted features such as the "shesh" headcloth are still present and the sulk and hoe, and seed sack on the back are still visible, although the original pigment is worn...

Egyptian Wooden Sarcophagus Panel, circa Late Dynastic Period 1070_332BC. Brightly painted panel and complete in itself with wear. Male figure with arms spread above standing figure of Isis with arms at side with 5 panels of hieroglyphic text from the book of the dead. Excellent condition overall. Length 53¼", width 11". Impressively mounted on a custom red felt mount to an overall size of 64" x 16½"...