Lot 252: ANTIQUITIES. A Nice Egyptian Blue Faience Ushabti.

A pale blue faience Egyptian ushabti, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, mummiform, wearing tripartite headdress and false beard, arms folded across chest, hands holding a pick and hoe, seed bag over left shoulder. An interesting example with large and well-formed vertical column of text down the plinth on back. H: 3 ½” (8.9 cm). Two repairs on legs, but an interesting and unusual form.Ex Dr. Gilles collection, Germany, acquired in the 1960’s. Estimated value $400-$600

• Offered By: VAuctions
• Lot #: 252
• Listing #: 194034
• Closed: Thursday, August 23, 2012 7:47:20 PM CT
• Estimate: $400