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Egyptian Bronze and Wood Ibis Sculpture
Egyptian Bronze and Wood Ibis Sculpture
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Description
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
Condition
Loss to gesso as shown. Overall very good.
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Egyptian Bronze and Wood Ibis Sculpture

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