An Egyptian Cartonnage Mummy Mask
Sale 1035 - Antiquities and Ancient Art: A Study
May 26, 2022
10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$3,000 -
$5,000
Sold for $4,688
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
An Egyptian Cartonnage Mummy Mask
Ptolemaic Period, 304-30 B.C.
Height 14 3/16 inches (36.1 cm).
Property from a New Jersey Private Collection
Provenance:
J. Chapelle, P. Perrin, & D. Fromantin, Versailles, Catalogue de Vente aux Encheres, 16 June 1974, Lot 159.
Artcurial, Paris, Archéologie & Arts d'Orient, 23 May 2017, Lot 27.
Condition Report
Inspected with UV light and 10x loupe. Restoration to the proper right side of mask near the edge; possible repair to the back of the mask. Scattered instances of surface loss throughout, exposing the underlying gesso and linen. Losses or cracks to gilding and pigment, albeit elements of the face are exceptionally preserved. Superficial splits, cracks, and dents throughout, does not effect the overall structure of the object. Overall fine and stable condition for an object from this age. Height with stand 18 1/4 inches (46.2 cm).
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