Auction 005 Part 1
FINE ANCIENT ART & MILITARIA - DAY 1
By Apollo Art Auctions
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Jul 13, 2024
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LOT 173A:
EGYPTIAN PAIR OF QUARTZ RODS
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Sold for: £320
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EGYPTIAN PAIR OF QUARTZ RODS
Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC
An Egyptian New Kingdom pair of quartz rods with an amazing tubular body and a shiny polished surface. During the New Kingdom of Egypt (ca. 1550-1070 BC), the art of carving hard stone advanced significantly, producing rods or canes with various uses. These versatile quartz rods were made for both decorative and practical purposes. They were often cut into smaller segments to create exquisite beads, which adorned necklaces, bracelets, and other forms of jewellery. The beads were highly prized for their beauty and were available in various colors. Additionally, pieces of rods were utilised as inlays in various decorative items such as furniture, boxes, and ceremonial objects, enhancing them with vibrant colours and intricate designs. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Accession Number: 12.180.349.
Size: 72-85mm x 10-17mm; Weight: 18g
Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014, acquired from Jacques Billen.
