Lot Essay
This title was usually held by the King's sister during the Nubian rule of Dynasty XXV, when the worship of Amun at Thebes was at its height.
DYNASTY XXV, EARLY 7TH CENTURY B.C.
Details
AN EGYPTIAN BRONZE TORSO OF A DIVINE ADORATRICE OF AMUN
DYNASTY XXV, EARLY 7TH CENTURY B.C.
The naked figure standing with legs together, with rounded breasts, navel and pubic hair indicated, arms and head missing
5 in. (12.7 cm.) high
DYNASTY XXV, EARLY 7TH CENTURY B.C.
The naked figure standing with legs together, with rounded breasts, navel and pubic hair indicated, arms and head missing
5 in. (12.7 cm.) high
Provenance
Desmond Morris collection.
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