Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A pale green faience amulet in the form of a pectoral with stylised beads topped with a baboon/Thoth head; the verso has unadorned surface.For similar see: British Museum Miscellaneous number: Miscellaneous number: 86.310 (Accession Number) (Accession Number); Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: British Museum Miscellaneous number: Miscellaneous number: 86.310 (Accession Number) (Accession Number); Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 42mm x 31mm; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
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Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A collection of three amulets crafted from stone. The first amulet is carved cicada, displaying the anatomical structures. The second is an amethyst figurine of kneeling Harpocrates. The third is an agate lion-shaped amulet depicting recumbent.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.; British Museum ,Museum numberEA11641For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.; British Museum ,Museum numberEA11641Size: 13-34mm x 9-21mm; Weight: 14g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 1069 - 332 BC.A collection of three amulets crafted from pale green faience depicting deities; the first is Khnum, the second is the djed pillar and the third is probably a fish. Each amulet is intricately carved, displaying detailed anatomical structures such as the limbs and body contours.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 13-30mm x 5-12mm; Weight: 10g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A wonderfully banded agate amulet in the form of a fish. The fish depicted is a Nile carp. The amulet has carved disc eyes, incised lines behind them forming outlines, on top and on the back defined fins.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 30mm x 16mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
Ca. 1069 - 332 BC.A collection of six faience and stone amulets. The first is a polished pale green faience amulet crown-shaped with a smooth surface and an engraved underside, pierced horizontally for attachment. The second group is composed of three amulets in blue faience headrests, characterised by a recurve top. The last group is composed of two faience flower-shaped amulets one blue and one red.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.; British Museum, Museum Additional IDsMiscellaneous number: Miscellaneous number: AN1896-1908-EA.697 (Accession Number) (Accession Number)For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.; British Museum, Museum Additional IDsMiscellaneous number: Miscellaneous number: AN1896-1908-EA.697 (Accession Number) (Accession Number)Size: 13-56mm x 9-23mm; Weight: 33g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A collection of nine amulets crafted from stone and faience. Each amulet is intricately carved, displaying detailed anatomical structures such as the heart, limbs and body contours.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 2-12mm x 2-7mm; Weight: 1g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A pair of blue faience amulets, each depicting a cobra or uraeus. The design features a raised head and a coiled body resting on a flat base. Each amulet is equipped with a suspension loop for attachment.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994, fig. 76b.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994, fig. 76b.Size: 12-14mm x 5-11mm; Weight: 2g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of 28 blue faience amulets. Each amulet depicts Bes, the dwarf god, playing a tambourine. Bes is shown in his right profile, with legs slightly bent and hands raised to hold the tambourine. A suspension loop is situated above his head.For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 11.215.195; National Museums Liverpool, Accession number 44.19.152.For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 11.215.195; National Museums Liverpool, Accession number 44.19.152.Size: 13-18mm x 45540mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A pair of glazed faience lotus flower amulets, each with a flat form and incised petal details. Both amulets are pierced lengthwise for suspension. One amulet is threaded with a gold rod, featuring looped ends to secure it in place.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.; British Museum Registration number1887,0101.718For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.; British Museum Registration number1887,0101.718Size: 13-21mm x 10-13mm; Weight: 2g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A mould-formed faience amulet depicting a cobra with its falcon head and tripartite wig. A pierced suspension loop is integral to the tallest loop behind the head, and the entire composition is glazed thereby exhibiting its natural colour and texture.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994; Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 62.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994; Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 62.Size: 45mm x 32mm; Weight: 10g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Middle Kingdom, ca. 2055 - 1790 BC.A scarab with an ovoid body, carved from quartz and presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus. While the underside displays a polished surface. The scarab is secured in a later gold frame with a suspension hoop connected to a gold ring.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40; The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 22.1.272.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40; The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 22.1.272.Size: 23mm x 15mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
Ca. 3000 - 2500 BC.A red stone amulet of a standing pig. It is depicted with an arched back and it's head down. The head is decorated with more details than the rest of the body.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 143.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 143.Size: 46mm x 34mm; Weight: 12g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A brown faience amulet in the form of a mummified ram in a recumbent pose on an integral rectangular plinth. The animal lays with extended legs in front of a stylised ram head replete with almond eyes, relaxed ears, a rounded snout with nostrils, and a pair of large, curving horns resting on top.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 29mm x 17mm; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of nine faience amulets. Each amulet is formed as a tapered bunch of grapes with a flat underside and a raised upper surface, detailed to delineate individual grapes. A suspension loop is situated above. The glaze ranges from pale blue to cobalt blue and purple.For similar see: The Brooklyn Museum, Accession Number 16.362.For similar see: The Brooklyn Museum, Accession Number 16.362.Size: 13-19mm x 45571mm; Weight: 4g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A carnelian frog-shaped amulet that sits in a forward-leaning position. The body is slightly extended, and the facial details are faintly outlined, providing a hint of expression. The amulet is perforated through, allowing for attachment or suspension.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 26mm x 15mm; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Bonhams, 26 Oct. 2007 lot 24. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of 16 blue faience amulets. Each amulet depicts Bes, the dwarf god, playing a tambourine. Bes is shown in his right profile, with legs slightly bent and hands raised to hold the tambourine. A suspension loop is situated above his head.For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 11.215.195; National Museums Liverpool, Accession number 44.19.152.For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 11.215.195; National Museums Liverpool, Accession number 44.19.152.Size: 12-16mm x 45510mm; Weight: 4g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 1069 - 664 BC.An intricate, mould-made, pale blue-green faience amulet in the form of Horus, depicted here with his falcon body and human head. The pendant is pierced with a protruding loop on the back side of the neck.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994, fig. 25., British Museum, Museum number EA20660For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994, fig. 25., British Museum, Museum number EA20660Size: 34mm x 22mm; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Early New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1250 BC.A collection of 14 fly-shaped amulets carved from red granite. Each amulet has a detailed wing case, a perforated head for suspension, and a flat back.For similar see: Petrie W.M.F., Amulets: Illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, Plate II.For similar see: Petrie W.M.F., Amulets: Illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, Plate II.Size: 13-15mm x 45573mm; Weight: 10g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Christie's London, 2 May 2013, Lot 37, Sale 8776. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A collection of three faience and stone amulets. The first is a carnelian headrest amulet. The second is a bronze round pendant with a loop on top. The third is a stone heart amulet with globular body. The fourth and the fifth are carnelian amulets perforated through the centre.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 16-25mm x 8-20mm; Weight: 9g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
Ptolemaic Period, Ca. 332 - 30 BC.A cream faience amulet in the form of a crocodile turned upon itself, resting on a plinth, with a protruding loop on the top of the back.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 24mm x 16mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A faience amulet of a crocodile featuring an elongated body with detailed naturalistic characteristics. The amulet is pierced in the frontal part, just beneath the long muzzle, allowing for potential suspension.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994., British Museum, Museum numberEA57889. Size: 40mm x 10mm; Weight: 3g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Rupert Wace,03 November 2003. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A scarab with an ovoid body, carved from amethyst and presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus. While the underside displays a polished surface.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.Size: 29mm x 20mm; Weight: 14g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
Ca. 2055 - 664 BC.A collection of five amulets consisting of a rectangular-shaped flat plaque with the Eye of Horus on the front and two cartouches engraved on the reverse; a large annular bead of pale blue faience, perforated centrally for suspension; a cream stone amulet depicting a slender-bodied animal with a small head and recessed eyes; an amulet showing a kneeling figure atop a flat base; and a stone scarab with an ovoid body and a flat underside engraved.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 15-20mm x 10-22mm; Weight: 15g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A green faience amulet in the shape of a plaquette depicting a profile of baboon-Thoth made with naturalistic details; on the verso a hieroglyphic inscription with two facing gods; the amulet is pierced vertically.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 12mm x 20mm; Weight: 9g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A blue and black faience amulet in the shape of a falcon with its wings folded behind its back. This figurine represents the god Horus in his animal form, adorned with a two-feathered crown on his head. The intricate black details are characteristic of the final period of the New Kingdom.Size: 105mm x 70mm; Weight: 115g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of nine faience amulets. Each amulet represents Taweret, the goddess of childbirth and fertility. She is depicted in right profile as a pregnant hippopotamus with pendulous breasts and a prominent snout. The amulets have a flat back and a suspension loop above the head. The glaze colours range from classic blue to red and black.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number M11665k; National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution, Accession Number F1908.222.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number M11665k; National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution, Accession Number F1908.222.Size: 13-23mm x 45570mm; Weight: 3g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of five amulets including an almond-shaped amulet in red glaze; a yellow-glazed zoomorphic amulet; two amulets shaped like ears of grain with finely detailed textures; and a small blue amulet.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number EA63463.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number EA63463.Size: 10-23mm x 45630mm; Weight: 4g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A collection of three stone amulets. The first is a polished green stone scaraboid amulet with a smooth surface and an engraved underside, pierced lengthwise for attachment. The second is a black stone heart vessel, characterised by protruding diagonal lugs and a cap, also featuring a suspension loop at the top for display. The third amulet is a brown stone headrest, with a crescent-shaped rest atop a short stem and a flat rectangular base.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 15-18mm x 11-16mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A collection of four stone amulets including a bird-shaped black stone amulet with a flat base and a small head. A carnelian cobra amulet in the form of a uraeus, with a bloated neck and a coiled body winding twice. A speckled stone miniature headrest (weres) with a crescent-shaped support and flat base. A scarab amulet with a ribbed body and finely detailed features.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number M14280b.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number M14280b.Size: 10-22mm x 12-18mm; Weight: 10g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A collection of three Egyptian faience amulets. The first amulet, on the left, is an Eye of Horus amulet made of four detailed eyes with vertically drilled suspension holes. The second and the third are faience plaquettes consisting of flat rectangular sections decorated with double crossed lines. For similar see: Amulets of Ancient Egypt, Carol Andrews, British Museum Press.Size: 15-30mm x 12-25mm; Weight: 8g.Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A collection of Egyptian faience and stone amulets comprising of three "Eye of Horuses" made of blue and white faience and carnelian. The fourth amulet, on the right, is the face of the goddess Maat, made in green glass.Size: 18-26mm x 10-20mm; Weight: 8g.Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A collection of three faience and stone amulets. The first is a faience amulet depicting a sun crown with a flat, rounded shape. The second is a standing figure of Horus with the falcon head and human body, adorned with a double crown atop his head. This amulet is set on a flat base with a supporting pillar behind, and pierced through the back. The third is a lapis lazuli deity figure in a striding pose, possibly Haroeris, with one leg extended forward, backed by a vertical pillar perforated through the centre.For similar see: The Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, Inventory number 51.488.For similar see: The Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, Inventory number 51.488.Size: 20-31mm x 9-20mm; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A collection of six frog-shaped amulets crafted from stone and faience. Each amulet is intricately carved, displaying detailed anatomical structures such as the limbs and body contours. Some of the frogs feature integral seals on the underside.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 7-17mm x 7-13mm; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of 19 faience amulets, predominantly in the form of pomegranates. Each fruit amulet is rounded with a flared calyx, a flat underside, and a suspension loop at the top. Included in the collection are examples of the Isis knot, designed as a looped form with extended arms resembling a stylised ankh.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 9-18mm x 45509mm; Weight: 4g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of 18 faience amulets. Each amulet represents Taweret, the goddess of childbirth and fertility. She is depicted in right profile as a pregnant hippopotamus with pendulous breasts and a prominent snout. The amulets have a flat back and a suspension loop above the head.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number M11665k; National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution, Accession Number F1908.222.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number M11665k; National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution, Accession Number F1908.222.Size: 8-16mm x 45447mm; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 1550 - 332 BC.A collection of faience amulets in the shape of a ram, representing the god Amun. The first amulet features a ram's head, characterised by curved horns and a round crown. The second amulet depicts a recumbent ram with a raised head and includes a suspension loop for attachment. The third amulet showcases a standing ram with a raised head. All pieces are crafted in blue-green faience.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 16-32mm x 17-19mm; Weight: 11g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of seven faience and stone amulets, predominantly in the form of scarab; an Hippo, a baboon and a fish. On the verso the amulet shaped like a fish has a hieroglyphic symbol.Size: 10-16mm x 45634mm; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.Bronze statuette depicting the god Horus in the form of a falcon-headed sphinx with a double crown in the act of trampling on a crocodile; gold amulet depicting a sacred fish.Size: 38-43mm x 16-34mm; Weight: 22g.Provenance: Prince collection; Ex. Jacques Billen private collection, 07 July 2009. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 1069 - 332 BC.A faience Wadjet, an ancient ocular symbol of protection, is enveloped in sky blue glaze and finely incised with the eye components on one side, with the pupil and eyebrow delineated in black glaze. A lateral drill hole perforates the eye amulet for suspension.For similar see: Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, Inventory number 51.1057; Christie's, Live Auction 15502 Antiquities, Lot 34. Size: 40mm x 35mm; Weight: 12g.Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 3000 - 2500 BC.A lapis amulet pierced through the upper back. It depicts a quadruped with long snout, possibly a porcupine. Accompanied by a signed scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert.Size: 36mm x 24mm; Weight: 10g.Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.
Ca. 2700 - 2500 BC.A cream stone amulet depicting a recumbent bovine with its head turned sideways. Not pierced. Accompanied by a signed scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert.Size: 37mm x 28mm; Weight: 20g.Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.
Ca. 2500 - 1500 BC.A black stone amulet pierced through the head. It represents a bird with its wings spread. Accompanied by a signed scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert.Size: 30mm x 24mm; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.
Ca. 2900 - 2700 BC.A translucent veined stone amulet pierced vertically. It depicts a recumbent bovine with its legs tucked under its body. Accompanied by a signed scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert.Size: 30mm x 20mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A mould-formed gold amulet of a snake representing an asp or a royal uraeus cobra. The serpentine creature rests atop an integral rectangular plinth and features a high-arching back, a slightly flared hood lining its incised neck, and a reared head with small eyes and a slit-form mouth.Size: 25mm x 15mm; Weight: 12g.Provenance: Private UK collection; Ex. US art market; Furmen Mebb, New York City, Purchased May 12, 1976. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. This piece is accompanied by an authentication statement by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.
Ca. 3000 - 2500 BC.A brown stone amulet of a crescent. It is pierced through the centre of the object and the face is decorated with drill holes and lines. Accompanied by a signed scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert.Size: 45mm x 23mm; Weight: 19g.Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.
Ca. AD 800 - 1000.An axe-head pendant of small, triangular form with a tapered neck and a slender tang featuring a perforated suspension loop, all crafted from silver. The amulet is set on a silver ring.Size: 63mm x 33mm; Weight: 15g.Provenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000.
Dimensions: Height 8 cm Wide 5,5 cm Depth 2,5 cmWeight: 102,7 grams Antique Buddha amulet, showcasing the seated figure of Akshobhya Buddha, one of the Five Dhyani Buddhas, upon a throne supported by two finely rendered elephants. The elephants, symbols of strength and stability, gracefully uphold the Buddha’s throne, enhancing the piece’s spiritual and artistic significance. Seated in bhumi-sparsha mudra (earth-touching gesture) symbolizing his steadfast resolve and enlightenment, with a small Vajrain his hand, symbolizing enlightenment and serenity.The figure is framed within a finely detailed arch, full of inscription. Akshobhya Buddha, embodying unshakable confidence and spiritual power. The surface features traces of red pigments, indicative of its historical and ritual significance.
Three silver hollow cylindrical tube talisman containers, two engraved with floral motifs. The large one engraved with surah al-Kursi / verse of the throne.Length: 6.5- 9 cmThe talisman container has a miniature paper scroll containing a combination of prayers. The wearers protective amulet or manuscript are meant to have magical powers to protect the owner with an elaborate invocation asking God to protect the bearer of the amulet.
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