Ancient Egyptian Hand-Carved Faience Glazed Stone Ushabti Figure - Tomb Art

Ancient Egyptian Hand-Carved Faience Glazed Stone Ushabti Figure - Tomb Art

$280.00
Sale price  $280.00 Regular price 
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Ancient Egyptian Hand-Carved Faience Glazed Stone Ushabti Figure - Tomb Art

Ancient Egyptian Hand-Carved Faience Glazed Stone Ushabti Figure - Tomb Art

$280.00
Sale price  $280.00 Regular price 

This hand-carved Ushabti figure, made from faience, is a remarkable example of ancient Egyptian funerary art. Dating from the Late Period to Ptolemaic Period (664–30 B.C.), it would have been placed in a tomb to serve as a labor substitute for the deceased, in accordance with Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. The faience glazing imparts a reflective finish, showcasing the craftsmanship of the period.

  • Condition: Good overall condition; general wear; kindly see photos
  • Measurements: 2.75 inches tall
  • Dates to: Ca. Late Period to Ptolemaic Period, 664–30 B.C.
  • Signed/Marked: N/A

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