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An Egyptian Bronze Apis Bull
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The sacred bull finely modeled and well proportioned, shown striding with left legs forward, wearing the solar disk and uraeus between his horns, incised decorations comprising a collar and blanket.

Provenance:
Ex. A.G. Collection, 1974-1993.
Condition:
Feet missing, originally cast on a base, otherwise a very nice example.
References:
cf. Geschenk des Nils; Schweizerischer Bank Verein, Basel, 1978, p. 95, no. 336.
Animals in Ancient Art; The Leo Mildenberg Collection, p. 73, no. 61.
Category:
Egyptian
Period:
Late Period
Date:
c. 26th-30th Dynasty, 664-332 B.C.
Material:
Bronze
Height:
2 3/8" (6cm)
Display Stand:
Yes
 
 

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