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Wood Figure of an Ibis, Egyptian, New Kingdom 1570-1070 BC

Reclining ibis, the nicely carved head with the sickle-shaped beak is calmly resting on the body. Traces of gesso overlay.

The sacred ibis stands for the Egyptian god Thot.

Intact

L. 7.6 cm (3 in), H. with stand 6.8 cm (2.7 in)

Ex German public auction

620 USD