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Description : Both of squat baluster form, one jar decorated with two tiers of radiate lotus petals at the shoulder, the body carved in shallow relief with a frieze of animals including a seated griffin, Bes strangling snakes, Taueret, Bes in walking stance and a jackal, 1 3/4 in. (4.4cm.), the rim and base chipped, the other jar with plain green glaze, 1 1/2 in. (4cm.), the rim and base chipped (2)
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About the lot N° 16
Title : Two Egyptian Glazed Steatite Cosmetic Containers
Size : 1 3/4 in. (4.4cm.), 1 1/2 in. (4cm.)
Provenance : Ex Swiss private collection.
Literature : For a similar lidded jar with animal frieze see A. Eggebrecht, Ägyptens aufstieg zur weltmacht, p. 287, fig.235.
Notes : Published:Sotheby's London, Antiquities, 9 July 1984, lot 156 and 157.Goods subject to 5% import VAT at low rate
Bonhams 3, auctioneer, London, UK It's free to register now to view!
Sale title : Antiquities
Sale date : 14 May 2003 It's free to register now to view!
Sale Reference : Live Sale

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