Ancient Egyptian Alabaster Macehead

GBP 300.00

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Object Description

A fine Ancient Egyptian ceremonial macehead carved from alabaster. The mace head has a tapered shape, with a convex top and conical body. A channel runs through the length of the stone, with circular openings at either end in which a shaft would have been place. The alabaster is cream in colour with natural bands and striations of white and beige in various hues running throughout the piece. The top of the macehead has been flattened on one side, either due to damage or to the stone wearing down. This piece comes with a custom-made stand.

The measurements listed below are for the macehead without the stand.

Date: 2686 – 2181 BC
Period: Old Kingdom Period

Object History

From a private collection, London & Geneva, pre-1988.

Object Condition

Condition: Fine condition. The top of the macehead has previously been damaged or worn down in antiquity to the point that one side appears flat and smoother then the rest. Some areas of surface pitting. Minor chips to the channel openings.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:5.5 x H:6.8 centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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