Egyptian Bronze and Wood Ibis Sculpture
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Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty XXV, Ca. 747-656 BCE. The sacred ibis associated with the deity Djehuty or Thoth, the god of knowledge in the Egyptian pantheon, is depicted seated with a sinuous neck and long bill, the body sculpted in wood, covered in white gesso, the legs, head, and tail feathers each cast separately in bronze with finely delineated details. Take note of those webbed feet and intricate markings on tail feathers. Custom, wooden stand. Ibis itself measures 7-1/4"L x 4-1/2"H x 2-3/4"W; with stand 9-1/4"L x 7-1/2"H x 4" W
Provenance: Ex-Attal private collection, Austin, Texas via family descent from great uncle, acquired during first quarter of 20th century.
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#102206
Provenance: Ex-Attal private collection, Austin, Texas via family descent from great uncle, acquired during first quarter of 20th century.
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
#102206
Condition
Loss to gesso as shown. Overall very good.
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Egyptian Bronze and Wood Ibis Sculpture
Estimate $4,000 - $6,000
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