Egyptian Cartonage Panel with Collar and Four Sons of Horus > Lot No. 0500

Description:
A D-shaped cartonage panel with painted design of the four sons of Horus seated within a rectangle, with radiating geometric designs in seven bands and broad band of winged uraeus and addorsed hawks above, all executed in ochre, crimson, blue-green and black pigment; supplied with custom-made frame.

Culture/Period:
26th Dynasty, circa 685-525 BC

Measurements:
Cartonage, 970 grams, 37x40 cm including frame

Size :
14 1/2 x 16"

Condition:
Very fine condition.

Provenance:
Ex Ian Macmillan collection.

Estimate: £700 - 900 (EUR 870 - 1,120; USD 1,110 - 1,430)

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

Sold for: £850