Egyptian Bronze Osiris Statuette > Lot No. 0504

Description:
A cast bronze figurine of Osiris, standing with hands drawn up to the chest, agricultural implements to the shoulders, the crown, uraeus and plaited beard all carefully modelled; supplied on a custom-made stand.

Culture/Period:
Late Dynastic Period, circa 664-332 BC

Measurements:
Bronze, 155 grams, 14 cm including stand

Size :
5 1/2"

Condition:
Very fine condition.

Provenance:
Ex Barker collection; acquired in the 1970's-1980's. From a 19th century collection with Victorian wooden base.

Estimate: £300 - 500 (EUR 370 - 620; USD 480 - 790)

Auction date: Wednesday 14th March 2012 - Coins & 15-16 March 2012 - Antiquities at The Swedenborg Hall >> Coins & Antiquities

Sold for: £320