Lot 2025
Egyptian Faience Amulet of the Lion Goddess, Sekhmet. 21st-26th Dynasty, Circa 1075-525 BC. This amuletic pendant depicts the ferocious goddess of war, Sekhmet. Standing with one foot advanced and arms at her sides, she appears as a lion-headed woman wearing a wig and a form-fitting sheath dress. Finely crafted and carefully detailed, with polished dark turquoise glaze. Perfectly intact and choice. Height: 1-9/16". Estimate Value $400 - 500
Ex Goldberg's Manuscripts and Collectibles Auction of April 30, 2005, lot 1770;Ex June 1986, Superior Galleries Sale of the bankrupt assets of the International Diamond Corporation. The ancient Roman glass was acquired thru Rafi Brown in the early 1980's.
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| Realized $324 |
