MIDDLE KINGDOM, 2133-1797 B.C.
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AN EGYPTIAN WOODEN FIGURE OF A SEATED BOATMAN
MIDDLE KINGDOM, 2133-1797 B.C.
Sitting on small bench with short integral tang on underside, with hands resting on knees, wearing short black wig and linen kilt
5½ in. (14 cm.) high
MIDDLE KINGDOM, 2133-1797 B.C.
Sitting on small bench with short integral tang on underside, with hands resting on knees, wearing short black wig and linen kilt
5½ in. (14 cm.) high
Provenance
Reputedly brought back by Mr Morritt, the father of the present owner's godfather, during a trip to Egypt with Lord Elgin.
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
Sale room notice
The measurement should read 5½ in. (14 cm.) high.