Auction 002 Ancient Art & Antiquities
By Apollo Art Auctions
Mar 14, 2024
63-64 Margaret St. London, W1W 8SW

LOT 72:

EGYPTIAN STEATITE SCARAB

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Auction took place on Mar 14, 2024 at Apollo Art Auctions
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EGYPTIAN STEATITE SCARAB
Hyksos Period, Ca. 1638-1530 BC.A Hyksos period steatite scarab detailed with a ridged elytra and head. The reverse is inscribed with hieroglyphs, including nefer signs (nfr) and maat feather (šw), flanked by the teardrops of the Eye of Horus. Size: 17.2mm x 12.1mm; Weight: 2.34g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.