Lot 39
  • 39

An Egyptian Carnelian and Agate Bead and Pendant Necklace, 3rd Intermediate Period, 1075-716 B.C.

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • An Egyptian Carnelian and Agate Bead and Pendant Necklace
  • Cornelian, agate
  • Largest pendant 1 1/4 in. 5.7 cm. length as strung together 16 in. 40.6 cm.
composed of alternating djed-pillars and heart amulets graduated in size, and interspersed with bi-conical beads, a large heart amulet pendant in the center.

Provenance

Goddard and Josephine DuBois, acquired in Egypt circa 1901-1907
Dr. Goddard DuBois, San Diego

Exhibited

The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, circa 1920-1940
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 1945-1965
Museum of Man, San Diego, 1968

Condition

Generally excellent and as shown, a few very minor nicks.
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Catalogue Note

Cf. W. and E. Rudolph, Ancient Jewelry from the Collection of Burton Y. Berry, Bloomington, Indiana, 1973, no. 18, for the agate djed-pillar.