EXCLUSIVE Limestone Statuette of an Egyptian Pharaoh, Old Kingdom, c. 2686-2181 B.C.
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Standing with the majestic aura of the ancient world, this limestone statuette embodies the grandeur of a Pharaoh from Egypt's Old Kingdom. It reveals the artistic mastery of a civilization that valued permanence and legacy, as evidenced by the figure's regal posture and intricately carved headdress and ceremonial attire. The statuette's commanding presence is enhanced by the patina of age and a thoughtful restoration of its base, suggesting centuries of admiration and preservation. The later addition of a glaze on the limestone is a narrative in itself, speaking to the object's historical journey and continued reverence beyond its creation. This piece, once part of the esteemed collection of Mr. A.F from the Netherlands since the 1930s, offers a tangible connection to the ancient past, inviting its possessor to partake in the enduring narrative of Egyptian royalty and their influential reign.
Height: 27 cm (10.6 inches)
Provenance:
Part of the Dutch collection of Mr. A.F, acquired in the 1930s.
Documented restoration to the base, indicative of historical significance and continued conservation.
Keywords:
Old Kingdom, Egyptian Pharaoh, Limestone Statuette, Royal Iconography, Ancient Egypt, Artistic Mastery, Regal Posture, Headdress, Ceremonial Attire, Time-Honored Patina, Glazed Limestone, Historical Restoration, Egyptian Craftsmanship, Antiquities, Dutch Collection, Heirloom, Museum Exhibit, Archaeological Find, Cultural Legacy, Pharaonic Art.
Height: 27 cm (10.6 inches)
Provenance:
Part of the Dutch collection of Mr. A.F, acquired in the 1930s.
Documented restoration to the base, indicative of historical significance and continued conservation.
Keywords:
Old Kingdom, Egyptian Pharaoh, Limestone Statuette, Royal Iconography, Ancient Egypt, Artistic Mastery, Regal Posture, Headdress, Ceremonial Attire, Time-Honored Patina, Glazed Limestone, Historical Restoration, Egyptian Craftsmanship, Antiquities, Dutch Collection, Heirloom, Museum Exhibit, Archaeological Find, Cultural Legacy, Pharaonic Art.
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EXCLUSIVE Limestone Statuette of an Egyptian Pharaoh, Old Kingdom, c. 2686-2181 B.C.
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