Lot 2C
Ancient Egypt, Ptolemaic period, ca. 332 to 30 BCE. A cast bronze situla with a register in raised relief depicting a procession above a geometrically-decorated, mammiform base. The rim is molded, with two suspension loops - the piece would once have had a large, curved handle. The surface presents gorgeous green patina! Comes with custom stand. Size: 1.55" W x 5.1" H (3.9 cm x 13 cm); height on stand: 5.75" (14.6 cm).
In Egypt, the situla form was made for holding and carrying holy liquids during religious rituals (the form was used for other purposes in classical Greece). Some have been found that were later used to hold ashes, or were buried with offerings in tombs.
A similar example with more elaborate iconography sold at Christie's in 2015 for $3750: http://www.christies.com/lotfinder/Lot/an-egyptian-bronze-situla-ptolemaic-period-304-30-5903863-details.aspx
Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection acquired before 2000
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- Condition: Three areas of loss to the bronze body around the lower area as shown. Smooth, dark patina over entire surface, and light encrustation on interior.
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