Amuletic figure of the canine god Wepwawet depicted on the bar of a standard. The front of the sledge is curved like a billowing sail and integrates a couple of rearing uraeus cobras.
The jackal wears a dog collar, the suspension loop behind is partially preserved. This small example was intended as a protective amulet.
For a related example, cf. acc. no...
Ancient Egyptian Faience Hare Amulet
This is a very rare Egyptian amulet in the form of a hare.
The amulet is mounted on a wooden 1920’s collectors base which is inscribed:
„Hare, sacred to Osiris“.
It is a seldom opportunity to find an amulet in this good quality and then also attached
to such an old stand.
For more detail pictures please contact me.
For similar hare amulet see:
- The Metropolitan Museum, Accession Number: 89.2.303 and 44.4.25
- Art Inst...
Ancient Egyptian Bronze Double-Ureas. Depicts two cobras, each with a broadened hood and shows the details of each of the snake’s body. 1 1/4 inches high. Possibly a decoration of a large bronze Osiris. Late Period, 25th-26th Dynasty, 745-525 B.C. Ex. RDA private collection, acquired in NY art market in the early 1980s.
An good Two-finger amulet, Egypt, Late Period, 664 - 322 B.C.
The stylized amulet carved in grey-black stone.
Size: 29-30 mm. long.
Condition: Good Very fine, intact with minor wear and fine patination.
Two-finger amulets were used for the dead and were often found on the lower left of the torso. This is the area of the incision that was made during the mummification process in order to remove the internal organs...
This magnificent bronze figure is a representation of the god Osiris, a revered figure in Ancient Egyptian mythology. This figure dates back to the Late Period, between the 7th and 4th centuries B.C. The figure depicts Osiris in his mummified form, wearing an impressive Atef crown adorned with the Uraeus, a symbol of royalty and divine power. His braided beard, which curves at the tip, is a symbol of his wisdom and agelessness...
This is really a fantastic fragment of a faience Isis, sitting on a lion throne, nursing her son Horus.
The whole throne, supported by two stringing lions, is well preserved. The lions are extremely fine
and you can see every detail. Dating is between Third Intermediate Period to Late Period.
I think it looks a little bit Nubian, than it is 25th Dynasty...
Ancient Egyptian and Near Eastern Faience and Glass beads, various sizes . Nice lot beautiful blue beads.
BLACK STONE MACE-HEAD
Egypt, Predynastic Period
Naqada II or III, c. 3600 - 3100 B.C.
There is a bow drilled hole that runs through the center, and there is wear on the outer edges at each end of the hole...
Egyptian Amarna New Kingdom 18th-19th Dynasty Fiance highly detailed molded bead in green , good condition c 1300 BC. Size over 1/2"
A pair of ancient Egyptian bronze and inlaid stone eyes. Late Period, 600-300 B.C. Right eye measures 2 inches wide. Left eye measures 1 3/4 inches wide. Originally, from a NYC private collection.
Relics of the Nile is very pleased to present this incredible large Egyptian sarcophagus panel depicting two Egyptian gods in profile. The panel stands a truly impressive 23.75" in height and 6" in width! A truly superb display. The panel features two of the Sons of Horus. The Sons of Horus were the guardians of the viscera and their depictions were generally placed over the midsection of the sarcophagus. Depicted on this panel are the sons, Imsety and Duamutef...
Relics of the Nile is pleased to present this large seated boat figure with original pigment. This figure has nicely rendered facial features with original pigments of black, red and white remaining. The facial features are presented with black cosmetic details with black hair. One arm is missing, however the right arm remains. The figure measures a large 4.75" in height and 2.25" in depth...
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 excellent condition with striking color and detail. The facial features on this piece are in choice condition with excellent faience green color accented by painted features such as the "shesh" headcloth, sulk and hoe, and seed sack on the back. Vibrant colors of brown and faience green cover the piece...
Mehunedjem Type 1 – mHw-nDm
Bab el-Gasus Shabtis - Cache II - Tomb of the Priests of Amun.
Also known as Mehounedjem, Mehtaunedjem
The name means ‘The pleasant North-wind’
During the evacuation of the Bab el Gasus cache, Bouriant registered Mehunedjem on his shabtis list...
Pakharu – pA-xArw Worker
Bab el-Gasus Shabtis - Cache II - Tomb of the Priests of Amun.
Also known as Ahaneferamon, Ahaneferamen, Pakharou, Pacharu, Pachel
The foreign name Pakaru means ‘The Palestinian’, he was also named Ahanéferamon, the brave fighter of Amen (Aubert). The name Pakharu is used on his shabtis and Book of the Dead...
Shabti for Amenhatpamecha Typ 4
Bab el-Gasus Shabtis - Cache II - Tomb of the Priests of Amun
Amenhatpamecha – imn-HAt-pA-mSa Type 4
Also known as Amenemhatpamecha, Amenhatpamesha, Amenemhet, Imenhatpamecha, Amumemhatpamescha.
The name means ‘Amen is at the front of his army’, ‘Amen is the commander/chief of the army‘, see the remarks at type 4.
God’s father of Amen, God’s father of Mut (a papyrus also indicates his devoti...
Shabti for Padjneith
Padjneith Wears a tripartite wig, arms crossed right over left on the chest with his hands holding the tools (pickaxe, hoe and the twisted rope of a hanging basket behind the left shoulder). the braided and curly divine beard is typical of the characters since the XXVIth dynasty. The body has no inscription, only the dorsal pillar bears one. couHe: "If Padjneith, born in Hetepbastet, is numbered to do any work in the world of the dead, Here I am! you will say " T...
Mehunedjem Type 1 – mHw-nDm
Bab el-Gasus Shabtis - Cache II - Tomb of the Priests of Amun.
Also known as Mehounedjem, Mehtaunedjem
The name means ‘The pleasant North-wind
During the evacuation of the Bab el Gasus cache, Bouriant registered Mehunedjem on his shabtis list. We only know of this person’s existence from the shabtis that were found
Mehunedjem is one of the persons from the B&G cache, who cannot be matched with any of the ...