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Egyptian Osiris Double Figure, Late Dynastic, 664-343 BC

A couple of mummiform Osiris statuettes cast on a common flat base which is spreading from a central waster.

The figurines show a false beard and the atef crown which is surmounted by a very large solar disk. The hands are crossed over the chest and hold crook and flail.

A similar piece is recorded as inv. no. 2192 in the Museo Arqueológico Nacional, Madrid (Spain).

Very scarce form of the Osiris amulet. Cursory confection with nice details. Grained patina.

H. 5.3 (2.1 in)
H. with stand 6.3 cm (2.5 in)

Swiss art market

320 USD