Statue of Ancient Egyptian Goddess Bastet Sold at Bonhams London
Another notable sale was that of an Egyptian limestone statue of Sekhem-ankh-Ptah, commanding a price of GBP 267,000.
Renowned international auction house, Bonhams London, recently hosted an auction featuring an array of Egyptian and Roman antiquities. Among the standout pieces was a magnificent bronze statue of Bastet, the ancient Egyptian cat goddess, which fetched an impressive sum of GBP 60,000.
The auction also showcased a canopic jar crafted from Egyptian limestone, adorned with a human head, valued at an estimated GBP 8,300. Another notable sale was that of an Egyptian limestone statue, commanding a price of GBP 11,520.
Additionally, an ancient bronze statue of Isis, the revered Egyptian goddess, embellished with inlaid eyes and depicted sitting on a regal throne was on display and was initially estimated to be worth GBP 2,304.
The auction's offerings also included an Egyptian limestone statue of Sekhem-ankh-Ptah, a highly regarded official during the Fifth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. Although its estimated value ranged between GBP 200,000 and GBP 300,000, it ultimately sold for GBP 267,000.
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