Lot Essay
For similar cosmetic spoons, see nos. 66-72 in Vandier d'Abbadie, Les objets de toilette égyptiens.
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AN EGYPTIAN STEATITE COSMETIC SPOON
NEW KINGDOM, DYNASTY XVIII, 1550-1307 B.C.
In the form of a trussed oryx, the hollowed body forming the bowl, the tied legs crossing below, the long ribbed horns (section missing) curving back, with incised details, 6 1/2in. (16.5cm.) long
NEW KINGDOM, DYNASTY XVIII, 1550-1307 B.C.
In the form of a trussed oryx, the hollowed body forming the bowl, the tied legs crossing below, the long ribbed horns (section missing) curving back, with incised details, 6 1/2in. (16.5cm.) long