CNG 91, Lot: 1754. Estimate $400. Sold for $320. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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New Kingdom. 1550-1075 BC. Green glazed steatite amulet in the shape of a duck (16x10mm). Back in the form of a duck in typical pose, with head and neck turned backwards, base engraved with Neb and eye of Horus within a cartouche. Head and neck restored, pierced for mounting. Rare.
From the Dr. John N. Winnie collection, purchased from Ancient World Arts on 2/13/90. Ex French collection, reportedly found in the area of Memphis.