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An Egyptian Polychrome Terracotta Canopic Jar Lid — An Egyptian Polychrome Terracotta Canopic Jar Lid, 18th Dynasty, 1540-1292 B.C.

An Egyptian Polychrome Terracotta Canopic Jar Lid

An Egyptian Polychrome Terracotta Canopic Jar Lid, 18th Dynasty, 1540-1292 B.C.

This Egyptian polychrome terracotta canopic jar lid from the 18th Dynasty (1540-1292 B.C.) features painted decoration and represents funerary art of ancient Egypt. The artifact demonstrates the sophisticated craftsmanship and religious significance of objects created for the afterlife.

Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art

June 30, 2021

Estimate: $4,000 – $6,000

Lot 118

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An Egyptian Polychrome Terracotta Canopic Jar Lid, An Egyptian Polychrome Terracotta Canopic Jar Lid, 18th Dynasty, 1540-1292 B.C.

This Egyptian polychrome terracotta canopic jar lid from the 18th Dynasty (1540-1292 B.C.) features painted decoration and represents funerary art of ancient Egypt. The artifact demonstrates the sophisticated craftsmanship and religious significance of objects created for the afterlife.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Terracotta, Artifact, Canopic Jar, Sculpture, Decorative, Funerary, Polychrome, Ancient, Figurative, Egyptian