Egyptian Faience Large Brilliant Blue Eye of Horus Bead > Lot No. 0508

Description:
A large glazed composition wedjat amulet bead in brilliant blue with black eye and brow; pierced for suspension.

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

Measurements:
Faience, 3.23 grams, 30 mm

Size :
1 1/4"

Condition:
Fine condition.

Provenance:
From the Foxwell family collection; Mr H G and Miss E Foxwell purchased their collection from the late 1890's until the early 1920's, acquiring from the Forman collection (sold by Sotheby's in 1900) and the Mc Gregor Collection (sold by Sotheby's in 1922) and the Clements collection in 1923 and thence by descent.

Estimate: £150 - 200 (EUR 190 - 250; USD 240 - 320)

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

Sold for: £120