An Ancient Egyptian mummified peregrine falcon
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Description
Late Period (circa 664-332 BCE)
Falcon with intricate linen wrappings
13" H x 6.5" W x 3.5" D
Provenance: Miss Mona Philip George, Los Angeles, CA
BC Antiquities, Los Angeles, CA
Private Collection, Los Angeles, acquired from the above, 1974
Notes: The Falcon was considered king of the birds in ancient Egypt and was associated with a number of Gods, including the sky god, Horus.
Affidavit from consignors stating they purchased the piece 1974, signed and dated July 27, 2022
With a copy of a Special Customs Invoice, dated February 28, 1972
Falcon with intricate linen wrappings
13" H x 6.5" W x 3.5" D
Provenance: Miss Mona Philip George, Los Angeles, CA
BC Antiquities, Los Angeles, CA
Private Collection, Los Angeles, acquired from the above, 1974
Notes: The Falcon was considered king of the birds in ancient Egypt and was associated with a number of Gods, including the sky god, Horus.
Affidavit from consignors stating they purchased the piece 1974, signed and dated July 27, 2022
With a copy of a Special Customs Invoice, dated February 28, 1972
Condition
Overall good condition commensurate with age.
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An Ancient Egyptian mummified peregrine falcon
Estimate $1,500 - $2,500
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