A Large 2nd Intermediate Period Wooden Sarcophagus mask
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A Large 2nd Intermediate Period Wooden Sarcophagus mask
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y4057
$ 22500.00
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Description
A large cedar wood sarcophagus mask. Classic mummiform style, wearing a tripartite wig, and postiche beard. The face displaying areas of original blue pigment decoration. Ex: Lipinski Collection For similar example: Lot 64 Christie's Auctions, New York, 5 June, 1998 |
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Origin: |
2nd Intermediate Period. Circa 1800 to 1750 B/C. Egypt. | |||||
Dimensions: |
Height: 53cm / Width: 38 cm / Height including stand: 58 cm |
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Condition: |
Ancient loss evident. Presented on a wooden display mount. | |||||
Reference: |
Encyclopaedia of Ancient Egypt, Oxford University Press pg283. |