An Egyptian Limestone Relief Fragment, 5th Dynasty, 2494-2345 B.C.

Auction Closed

December 5, 03:41 PM GMT

Estimate

12,000 - 18,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

finely carved in shallow relief with a man sharpening his knife with a knapper made of antler or wood and tied at his waist, and the lower part of another male figure leaning over two trussed animals.

Height 33.7 cm.

English private collection

British art market (Christie’s, London, April 28th, 2004, no. 328. illus.)

acquired by the present owner at the above sale

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