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An Egyptian Carnelian Bead and Pendant Necklace, New Kingdom, 1540-1075 B.C.
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Carnelian Bead and Pendant Necklace
- Cornelian, gold
- Largest pendant 11/16 in. 1.2 cm length as strung together 11 13/16 in. 30 cm.
composed of five solar barque pendants and eight pendants in the shape of a seated baboon, sacred to the god Thoth.
Provenance
Goddard and Josephine DuBois, acquired in Egypt circa 1901-1907
Dr. Goddard DuBois, San Diego
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
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 1945-1965
Museum of Man, San Diego, 1968
Condition
Sacred barque pendant at far left in photo is missing part of its left side, otherwise generally excellent. This necklace seems to be strung on wire rather than string and thus is a little less flexible than the others.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.