January Antiques & Decorative Arts
Lot 14: An Egyptian Carved Stone Relief Stele, Possibly Ancient.
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An Egyptian Carved Stone Relief Stele, Possibly Ancient.
A carved stone relief stele of rectangular form with a rounded arched top. The front is finely incised with a figural scene showing three seated figures rendered in low relief, facing one another in a formal arrangement. Above the figures runs a horizontal band of hieroglyphic inscriptions, with additional hieroglyphs positioned between and above the figures. The lower register includes further symbolic elements and carved details associated with funerary or votive scenes.
H: Approximately 28 x 19cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished British gentleman.
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