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A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC
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A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE
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A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
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An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
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A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
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An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE
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An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
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A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC
A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC
A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC
A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC
A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC
A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC
A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC
A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC

A rare Egyptian Wood Stick Type Shawabti, 17th Dynasty, ca. 1782 - 1570 BC

EU2125

$7,500 USD
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A prototype example, exceptionally well detailed for the type, with very unusual traces of red ochre paint over a thin layer of gesso, the well-defined facial features and body shape suggesting it is late 17th Dynasty in date and probably Theban.

Stick Type shawabtis /shabtis are traditionally made of persea wood (shawab in ancient Egyptian) and only later were they referred to as ushabtis (answerers). Stick Type shawabtis are very rare and this example is unique.

For related example see:
G. Janes, Shabtis A Private View (Paris, 2002), p. 9
Hermann Schlögl - Andreas Brodbeck, Ägyptische Totenfiguren aus öffentlichen und privaten Sammlungen der Schweiz (Orbis Biblicus et Orientalis, Series Archeologica, 7) (Göttingen, Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht; Freiburg Schweiz, Universitätsverlag, 1990), p. 62 & 64, nos. 9, 10, 13;
Petrie Museum, acc. no. UC40183: W.M.F. Petrie, Shabtis, London, 1935, no.16, p.13, pls. 6,21,25.
Hayes, William "The Scepter of Egypt, A background study of the Egyptian Antiquities in The Metropolitan Museum of Art" Volume I, page 329
G. Scott, Temple, Tomb and Dwelling: Egyptian Antiquities from the Harer Family Trust Collection, San Bernardino, 1992, no. 54, pp.94-5.

For discussion of the type, see P. Whelan, Mere Scraps of Rough Wood?: 17th-18th Dynasty Stick Shabtis in the Petrie Museum and Other Collections, London, 2007.

Condition: Intact, with crack to right side running the length of the piece that does not detract. An exceptionally rare example.

Dimensions: Height: 6 3/4 inches (17.4 cm)

Provenance: Private collection of Geoffrey Metz, Egyptologist, Sweden, acquired from Frank Crane, Canada ca 1990.  Metz catalogue number: M16.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE
A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE
A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE
A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE
A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE
A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE
A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE
A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE

A large Faience Plaque of Sekhmet Nursing a Lion Headed Child, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE

EA2137

$7,500 USD
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Sekhmet was the sister of Bast, the wife of Ptah and mother of Nefertum, and represented the fierce and destroying rays of the sun which burned the crops. According to a legend (Petrie) Sekhmet, at the bidding of Ra would destroy mankind from Heracleopolis, (near Beni Suef) to Heliopolis (near Cairo). This openwork example, in fine blue glazed faience with dark highlights, shows Sekhmet seated on a throne, nursing a youthful lion-headed child. She is wearing the Double Crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, and below is a winged serpent extending his protecting wings. 

Sekhmet, along with her husband the creator-god Ptah, and their son Nerfertum, was part of the powerful trio of deities that protected Ancient Memphis. Daughter of the sun god Ra, her name literally means, “the powerful.” She was a sun goddess, embodying the scorching, burning, destructive heat of the sun. Fierce goddess of war, the destroyer of the enemies of Ra and Osiris, she was represented as having the head of a lioness and the body of a female human. She quickly became a favorite of the pharaohs, symbolizing their strength and heroism in battle.

Published:
Royal Athena, Art of Ancient Egypt, May 1982
Royal Athena, Art of the Ancient World, 1992, no. 377
Royal Athena, Art of the Ancient World, Volume XXVI, 2015, no. 235
Minerva Vol. 7 No. 1 Jan-Feb 1996 p. 24

Condition: Complete. Professionally rejoined and stabilized, with very minor cosmetic overpainting. In excellent condition, a rare and superb example.

Dimensions: Height: 3 7/8 inches (9.8 cm)

Provenance: Royal Athena Gallery, New York, ex: JME collection, New York, acquired & published 1982, ex: John Kluge collection, early 1980s.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE
A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE

A Roman Black Gryllos Ringstone Intaglio, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE

RJ2115

$4,950 USD
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The elliptical black onyx intaglio engraved with a gryllos, or composite of human and animal parts, depicting the upper body of a man merged with the upper body of a wolf.

Grylloi, derived from the Italic word grillo ("freak") and the Latin gryllus ("caricature"), were popular subjects for the ancient Romans. Artists reportedly enjoyed creating these fantastic creatures with all combinations of parts, although certain combinations seemed to be more popular than others. While undoubtedly extremely amusing to the Romans, grylloi served a more serious purpose as well; they were thought to be talismans that acted as protection against the evil eye. Their strangeness was said to "attract the evil eye and thus lessens its force against its victims."

For a related example, see accession number 41.160.655 in the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection of Greek and Roman Art.

Ref: Richter, Gisela M.A., Catalogue of Engraved Gems: Greek, Etruscan, Roman, New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1956), p. 114.

Dimensions: US ring size: 9

Condition: A minor chip to the intaglio surface otherwise in very good condition, set in a modern 18k gold ring.

Provenance:   Private NYC collection, acquired from the trade, previously in a private UK collection.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC
An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC

An Egyptian Wedjet Eye Amulet, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC

EA2130

$950 USD
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finely rendered in pale green glazed faience, this double-sided Eye of Horus (wedjat-eye) amulet is pierced for attachment.

Background: During his contentions with his uncle Seth, Horus is said to have lost his left eye although later the goddess Hathor was able to restore it. The udjat or wadjet eye therefore came to symbolize the general process of "making whole" and healing. One of the most popular amulets, it also served as a metaphor for protection (against the evil eye), strength, and perfection

Dimensions:   Length:  1 inch  (2.5 cm)

Condition:   A little more worn to one side, the amulet is Intact and in very good condition overall.

Provenance:  Private collection of Geoffrey Metz, Egyptologist, Sweden. Acquired from the trade in the 1990s,  Metz catalogue number M1478. 

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Apulian Black-Gloss ware Mug, ca. early 4th century BCE
An Apulian Black-Gloss ware Mug, ca. early 4th century BCE
An Apulian Black-Gloss ware Mug, ca. early 4th century BCE
An Apulian Black-Gloss ware Mug, ca. early 4th century BCE
An Apulian Black-Gloss ware Mug, ca. early 4th century BCE
An Apulian Black-Gloss ware Mug, ca. early 4th century BCE

An Apulian Black-Gloss ware Mug, ca. early 4th century BCE

GP2104

$1,200 USD
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An early Apulian copy of the Attic "Pheidian" ware, the broad, squat form with a wide round foot, low rounded belly, low concave neck, flaring rim, a thin double-rolled handle attached to the rim and shoulder, the top ends splayed out along the rim edge, the body covered in vertical ribbing, the surface covered in a lustrous black gloss.

For a related example, see: Hayes, John W., Greek and Italian Black-Gloss Wares and Related Wares in the Royal Ontario Museum, 1984, no. 79.

Dimensions: Height: 7 cm (2 3/4 inches), Width: 10 cm (3.93 inches)

Condition: Minor chips to the gloss but otherwise intact and in excellent condition.

Provenance: Collection of Andre de Munter, Belgium, acquired in 1994. With a stamped certificate by F. Coene, clerk for the First Tribunal, Brussels, June 26, 2009.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE
A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE

A Roman Bronze Figure of Lar, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE

RB2106

$4,950 USD
/

Solid cast bronze figure of Lar, depicted with his right leg advanced, wearing boots, a short tunic pinned at the shoulders, and a mantle tied around his waist with the skirt and ties billowing behind. His head is slightly downturned to his right and his short, wavy locks are upswept. 

Lares were guardian deities in ancient Roman religion. Their origin is uncertain; they may have been hero-ancestors, guardians of the hearth, fields, boundaries, or fruitfulness, or an amalgamation of these. Lares were believed to observe, protect, and influence all that happened within the boundaries of their location or function

Condition: Overall deep blue-green surface patina with scattered deposits that do not detract. Missing left forearm and right hand, left lower leg and foot, otherwise intact and in very good condition overall.  A very charming example.

Dimensions: Height: 4 3/4 inches (12.06 cm)

Provenance: NYC collection acquired Bonhams, London, June 1997, lot 422.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE
A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE

A Campanian Calene Ware Guttos, ca. 350 - 300 BCE

GP2103

$950 USD
/
This black-glazed pottery guttos is typical of the designs produced during the 4th century BC in Magna Graecia and the Mediterranean area. Used for holding oil, usually olive oil for filling lamps, it central medallion of the head of Apollo, frontal face with full curly hair and dangling tendrils, framed with a geometric scroliate border. The disc-shaped body with ribbed sides has an applied loop handle at the side, and a high trumpeting spout with ribbed rim projects below the face. Stands on pedestal foot with a reserved band and relief ridge, rest of body with dark metallic glaze.

Condition: Complete, with a few very minor rim flakes and a small chip to the foot rim that does not detract, the spout has been reattached with minor cosmetic restoration over the break line.

Dimensions:  Height:  4 1/2 inches (11.5 cm)

Provenance: Private Florida collection, acquired from Charles Ede, London, 11/6/2001.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE
An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE
An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE
An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE
An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE
An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE
An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE
An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE

An Engraved Etruscan Bronze Mirror, ca. 3rd century BCE

RB2109

$7,500 USD
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A fine bronze mirror of elliptical shape with a slightly raised and beaded rim, a flared base, and a long tang, the disc slightly convex on the reflecting side to allow a greater reflective surface area than a flat surface would. The reverse is therefore slightly concave and an ideal surface for engraved decoration; this example features a winged Lasa standing to the left, nude except for the Phrygian cap on her head, one hand behind her back and the other in front. Lasae were demi-goddesses or attendants to Turan, the Etruscan goddess of love, similar to Greek nymphs, and were popular subjects for bronze mirrors intended for the boudoir, often depicted holding alabastron, dippers, and other beauty implements appropriate for a woman's toilette.

Bronze mirrors with engraved decoration were first used in Etruria during the late 6th century BCE. The reflecting side was a highly polished bronze surface while the reverse featured incised decoration, frequently composed of figural scenes adapted from mythology. The concave shape in addition to the raised rim protected the engravings from scratches or other damage when placed on a dressing table. The discs were also equipped with handles that were either bone attached to a tang, as would have been the case here, or bronze cast in one piece with the disc.

For similar examples, see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, catalogue no. 96.18.175; and The Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto, catalogue no. 919.26.1.

Reference: Comstock, Mary, and Cornelius Vermeule, Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Bronzes in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Boston: Museum of Fine Arts, 1971, no. 394.

Jucker, Ines, Italy of the Etruscans, Jerusalem: The Israel Museum, 1991, no. 123.

De Grummond, Nancy Thomson, “The Etruscan Mirror,” Notes in the History of Art, vol. 4, no. 2/3, 1985, pp. 26–35.

Dimensions: Height: 10 1/4 inches (26 cm)

Condition: Burial deposits to one side, the mirror is intact and in excellent condition overall. Presented with museum-quality custom mount.

Provenance: Private Stockholm, Sweden collection, acquired in the 1950s - 1960s in Italy, then by descent. 

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Amulet of a Recumbent Lion, Ptolemaic Period, ca. 332 - 30 BCE

EA2118

$4,500 USD
/

With exceptional detail, a very fine pale turquoise glazed faience amulet in the form of a recumbent lion, on an integrated base, the front paws outstretched, the tail curling around the right haunch, a loop for attachment at the top. 

Throughout Egyptian history, the lion played an important role in religious beliefs and was represented in Egyptian art since the earliest periods. As the lion was regarded as the mightily changing aspect of the sun, the funerary bier was quite often in the guise of a lion bed; a place of resting and rejuvenation for the returning sun. The lion is also depicted on the astronomical ceiling of the tomb of Seti 1, as a guardian within the place of eternity, and was one of the apotropaic gods. In Persian times, the lion was venerated as the god Mahes assimilated to Nefertem. The hoop on the spine for suspension recalls a protective spell against snakes when it is sewn on red linen. Overall, this lion amulet guaranteed its owner not only the animal's strength and courage but also its regenerative powers.

Dimensions:  Height: 4 cm (1.57 inches)

Condition:  Very minor chip to the left ear, very small loss to the right corner of base restored, neither of which detract, overall intact and in excellent condition.

Provenance: Ex. Charles Gillot Collection (1853 - 1903), France, thereafter a private Virginia collection, acquired in 2015.

Published: Christie's Paris, March 4-5 2008, lot 123; and Christie's London, October 7, 2010, lot 323.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE

An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE

EU2114

$2,500 USD
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A small blue glazed faience worker shabti with details in black pigment shown mummiform and wearing, a long tripartite wig; the crossed hands holding whips and there is a seed basket on the flat back and a water pot on both shoulders.  An illegible inscription naming the owner is incised within a vertical column down the front.  The last three photos show him with his overseer shabti EU2114 (not included) from the same tomb group.

Exhibited:
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (16.392)
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
California State University at San Bernardino

Parallel: Cairo museum, nos: 10307 - 10313

Dimensions: Height: 2 1/4 inches (5.5 cm) 

Condition: Intact and in very good condition overall.

Provenance: Emil Brugsch, Bulag Museum 1894, Drexel Institute, Philadelphia, PA, 1916 (accession number: 16.392), deaccessioned from the Drexel collection in 1958, acquired by L. Blumbra (?), Dr. Benson Harer collection, acquired from Superior Stamp & Coin 25 Jul 1975, private Virginia collection, acquired from Dr. Harer in 2014.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE
An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE

An Egyptian Blue-Glazed Faience Overseer Shabti, ex museum, 19th – 20th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1070 BCE

EU2114

$2,500 USD
/

A small blue glazed faience overseer shabti with details in black pigment and wearing daily dress, a long tripartite wig; the crossed hands holding whips and there is a seed basket on the flat back.  An illegible inscription naming the owner is incised within a vertical column down the front.  The last three photos show him with a worker shabti EU2115 (not included) from the same tomb group.

Exhibited:
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (16.392)
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
California State University at San Bernardino

Parallel: Cairo museum, nos: 10307 - 10313

Dimensions: Height: 2 1/4 inches (5.5 cm) 

Condition: Intact and in very good condition overall.

Provenance: Emil Brugsch, Bulag Museum 1894, Drexel Institute, Philadelphia, PA, 1916 (accession number: 16.394), deaccessioned from the Drexel collection in 1958, acquired by L. Blumbra (?), Dr. Benson Harer collection, acquired from Superior Stamp & Coin 25 Jul 1975, private Virginia collection, acquired from Dr. Harer in 2014.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ptah-Em-May, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE

EU2108

$6,500 USD
/

Mummiform, faience with light green glaze, details in black, wearing a striped duplex wig, adorned with a broad usekh collar, holding agricultural implements in each hand, brick mold over the right shoulder, yoke and water pots over the left shoulder, seed sack centered on the back, and three horizontal bands of hieroglyphic inscriptions interrupted by a single vertical column on the front naming “Ptah-em-May” as the owner.

Dimensions: Height: 4 3/4 inches (12.06 cm)

Condition: Intact and in excellent condition overall

Provenance: Private Collection M. Dehab, Brussels, Belgium, collected prior
to 1979.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE

EU2123

$30,000 USD
/

A large and exceptional faience shabti of pale blue/green glaze shown standing on a trapezoidal base, wearing a tripartite wig and plaited divine beard curled at tip, the particularly fine facial details are in high quality relief, and the mouth wears a gentle smile. The hands, crossed over the chest, hold a pick, a hoe and the cord to a seed bag that is suspended over left shoulder, and there is a raised dorsal pillar at the back. Around the legs and over the feet are ten horizontal bands of crisp, incised text containing the extended version of the shabti spell, naming the owner and commences: - “ The illuminate one, the Osiris, the “Overseer of the Royal Ships” , Tjai-en Hebu, born to Ta-nefert-iyti, he speaks: O these ushabtis …." (Janes)

Tjai-ne-hebu's tomb was discovered just south of the pyramid of Unas at Saqqara in 1900 by A. Barsanti and G. Maspero. Because of his important position as 'Overseer of the Royal Ships' and also 'Overseer of the Scribes of the Magistrates,' and judging by the richness of his burial, Tjai-ne-hebu was a man of considerable wealth. In his tomb there was a large basalt anthropoid sarcophagus (Cairo JE 35136) which contained Tjai-ne-hebu's mummy, adorned with a gold face mask (JE 34525), toe and finger covers (JE 34527), and numerous fine amulets and pieces of jewellery. Also found were four alabaster canopic jars (JE 34330) as well as a number of other funerary objects. A total of 401 ushebtis were found placed on wooden shelves on either side of the entrance to the burial chamber, 263 on the right and 178 on the left. (Janes).

Other ushabtis for Tjai-ne-hebu can be found in museums such as Cairo (20 recorded under a single entry JE 34332), National Museum of Ireland, Dublin, (1922:16), British Museum, London (EA 34278-34281,35388-35391, 41554-41558, 63454 & 69570), Musee des Beaux Arts, Lyons (1969-514), Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (10.130.1047a-d & 26.6.1-2),17 Ontario (951.44), Ashmolean Museum, Oxford (1965.175), Louvre, Paris (AF 1908), and Museo Egizio, Turin (1654).

Published:
BAAF 2009 Catalog (Brussels) Charles Ede LTD Tjai-en-hebu
Egyptian Antiquities Charles Ede Ltd 2009 No 25 Tjai-en-hebu, son of Pa-Neferet (incorrect name – see Janes)
Christies, New York, 8 Jun 2001, Lot 102
Amherst collection, Sotheby’s 1921

For related examples see:
G. Janes, Shabtis A Private View (Paris, 2002), pp. 210 - 212 no. 106a.
Jacques F. Aubert – Liliane Aubert, Statuettes égyptiennes, Chaouabtis, ouchebtis (Paris, 1974) p. 296 fig 139.
J-L Chappaz, Les figurines funéraires égyptiennes du Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, (Geneva 1984), p. 88 no. 73b.
Ushebtis Egypcios (45) Museo Gregoriano Egizio, Vatican, Pic No. 80
Ushebtis Egypcios (45) National Museum of Ireland, Dublin, Pic No. 84

Condition: Intact and in excellent condition overall.  A truly spectacular example.

Dimensions: Height: 7 1/4 inches (18.5 cm)

Provenance: Tomb discovered in 1900 near the pyramid of Unas (Saqqara) by A. Barsanti/G. Maspero. (Janes).  Amherst Collection, sold by Sotheby's in June 1921, inventory #1058, Christie's, New York, 8 Jun 2001, Lot 102.  An old inscription on the base reads: Teha-nehibu, a superintendant of Royal Cargos, a similar figure is in British Museum no 34 279. See guide I of II Egyptian Rooms, page 128 where it is illustrated of a [??] as [??] of special interest? Last line unreadable"

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Nesbanebdjed, 30th Dynasty, ca. 380 - 343 BCE

EU2110

$15,000 USD
/

Mummiform, fine quality, faience with light blue glaze. Details in relief, with a tripartite wig, plaited divine beard, facial details in quality relief, hands crossed over chest carrying a pic and hoe, seed bag on cord suspended over left shoulder, with dorsal pillar and trapezoidal base, “T” shaped hieroglyphic inscription naming the owner as Nesbanebdjed. Titles include: Chamberlain, Prophet of the two Gods, Prophet of Osiris, Superior of the Priests of Sekhmet and the ram of Mendes.

Nesbanebdjed is given a number of priestly titles on this ushabti. These are all associated with the deities particular to Medes and in particular the sacred ram Ba-neb-djedet from which the name of the owner of this ushabti is derived. Ba-neb-djedet was the husband of an earlier chief deity at Medes, the goddess Hat-mehit. Their son, Harpocrates completed the Mendesian triad. Mendes is considered to be the capital of Egypt during the 29th dynasty.

(1) “The illuminated one, the Osiris, the ‘imy-khenty Priest’, the ‘One who separates the Two Gods’, the ’Priest of the Osiris in Anpet’, the ‘Scribe of the Divine (?)’, (2) the ‘Overseer of the wab-Priests of Sekhmet in Hat-mehyt (Mendes)’, the ‘Priest of Ba-neb-djed’, Nes-ba- neb-djed, born to Shentyt, ??? justified” [Janes translation of T shabti for Nes-ba-neb-djed].

The tomb of Nesbanebdjed was found in 1902 in Tell el-Ruba in the Eastern Delta, the ancient city of Mendes, see M.J.E. Quibell, "Note on a Tomb found at Tell er Robâ," Annales du Service des Antiquités de l'Égypte, vol. 3, 1902, pp. 245-249. Of the 360 ushabti found, 322 bore the T-shaped inscription. A similar shabti is in the British Museum (accession no. 1919,1008.1), and one from the Brugsch collection was published in G. Janes, Shabtis: A Private View, Paris, 2002, p. 189, no. 96. For the asymmetry of the eyes cf. J.-F. and L. Aubert, Statuettes égyptiennes, Paris, 1974, pp. 255-6, pl. 155-6. For another example see J. F. Aubert and L. Aubert, Statuettes égyptiennes, Chaouabtis, Ouchebtis, Paris, 1974, pl. 66, Reflets du divin: Antiquités pharaoniques et classiques d'une collection privée, Geneva, 2001, no. 73c.

For related examples see:

G. Janes, Shabtis A Private View (Paris, 2002), p. 189-191 no. 96.

Jacques F. Aubert – Liliane Aubert, Statuettes égyptiennes, Chaouabtis, ouchebtis (Paris, 1974) p. 297 fig. 155.

Hans D. Schneider, Shabtis. An Introduction to the History of Ancient Egyptian Funerary Statuettes with a Catalogue of the Collection of Shabtis in the National Museum of Antiquities at Leiden (Collections of the National Museum of Antiquities at Leiden, 2) (Leiden, 1977), pp. 184 – 185 no. 5.3.1.164.

J-L Chappaz, Les figurines funéraires égyptiennes du Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, (Geneva 1984), p. 88 no. 73c.


Condition: Intact and in excellent condition overall

Dimensions: Height: 6 3/8 inches (16.2 cm)

Provenance: PBA Auction, Paris, 1 Jun 2012, Lot 85, Ex: Private French collection, Tomb discovered in Tell el Rub’a in 1902, site of the ancient city of Mendes.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE

An Egyptian White Faience Overseer Shabti for Peny, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE

EU2120

$6,500 USD
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Shown in daily dress with the typical apron at the front identifying him as an overseer, this interesting shabti is made from white faience with transparent glaze, while the hands and face are made from a distinctive red glaze, with details in black.  He wears a short duplex wig, a large broad collar, and his wrists are adorned with bracelets.  His hands hold agricultural implements for work in the afterlife and on the flat back is a seed basket yoke and pots.  A vertical inscription runs down the front of the body that reads:  "Illuminate the Osiris, Peny".

Dimensions: Height:  5 1/4 inches (13.5 cm)

Condition: Repaired break across the midsection, otherwise complete and in very good condition overall.

Provenance: Collection Dr. Leopold Benguerel, Barcelona, acquired in London in the 1960s. Thereafter private Virginia collection acquired in 2014.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.

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An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Ra-ia, 19th Dynasty, ca. 1293 – 1185 BCE

EU2118

$7,500 USD
/

From the time of Ramesses II, of deep blue glazed faience, shown mummiform, with the features in applied black. Slim and handsomely proportioned, the well-modeled features include a truly charming face with large accented eyes and eyebrows. Wearing a tripartite wig, a broad usekh collar, and holding agricultural implements in each hand, the back undecorated.  A vertical column of text on front naming “Ra-Ia” as the owner reads: “ The Osiris, Ra-ia, True of voice.” 

Raia, Chief of Singers in the temple of Ptah. Wife: Mutemwia (Songstress of Amun). Raia was a contemporary of Paser and Tjuneroy. His tomb is close to that of Paser. [Bart (128)]. 

Dimensions: Height: 14.7 cm (5.8 inches)

Condition: Intact and excellent condition overall.

Provenance: Cannes Encheres Paris Auction, 4 Jul 2004, Lot 241, private Virginia collection acquired from the Canadian trade, post Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University Ushabti Research Project, Atlanta, GA, 2014.  French Passport no. 139391.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Ushabti for Tjai-En-Hebu, Dynasty 26, Reign of Amasis, ca. 570 – 526 BCE

EU2123

$30,000 USD
/

A large and exceptional faience shabti of pale blue/green glaze shown standing on a trapezoidal base, wearing a tripartite wig and plaited divine beard curled at tip, the particularly fine facial details are in high quality relief, and the mouth wears a gentle smile. The hands, crossed over the chest, hold a pick, a hoe and the cord to a seed bag that is suspended over left shoulder, and there is a raised dorsal pillar at the back. Around the legs and over the feet are ten horizontal bands of crisp, incised text containing the extended version of the shabti spell, naming the owner and commences: - “ The illuminate one, the Osiris, the “Overseer of the Royal Ships” , Tjai-en Hebu, born to Ta-nefert-iyti, he speaks: O these ushabtis …." (Janes)

Tjai-ne-hebu's tomb was discovered just south of the pyramid of Unas at Saqqara in 1900 by A. Barsanti and G. Maspero. Because of his important position as 'Overseer of the Royal Ships' and also 'Overseer of the Scribes of the Magistrates,' and judging by the richness of his burial, Tjai-ne-hebu was a man of considerable wealth. In his tomb there was a large basalt anthropoid sarcophagus (Cairo JE 35136) which contained Tjai-ne-hebu's mummy, adorned with a gold face mask (JE 34525), toe and finger covers (JE 34527), and numerous fine amulets and pieces of jewellery. Also found were four alabaster canopic jars (JE 34330) as well as a number of other funerary objects. A total of 401 ushebtis were found placed on wooden shelves on either side of the entrance to the burial chamber, 263 on the right and 178 on the left. (Janes).

Other ushabtis for Tjai-ne-hebu can be found in museums such as Cairo (20 recorded under a single entry JE 34332), National Museum of Ireland, Dublin, (1922:16), British Museum, London (EA 34278-34281,35388-35391, 41554-41558, 63454 & 69570), Musee des Beaux Arts, Lyons (1969-514), Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (10.130.1047a-d & 26.6.1-2),17 Ontario (951.44), Ashmolean Museum, Oxford (1965.175), Louvre, Paris (AF 1908), and Museo Egizio, Turin (1654).

Published:
BAAF 2009 Catalog (Brussels) Charles Ede LTD Tjai-en-hebu
Egyptian Antiquities Charles Ede Ltd 2009 No 25 Tjai-en-hebu, son of Pa-Neferet (incorrect name – see Janes)
Christies, New York, 8 Jun 2001, Lot 102
Amherst collection, Sotheby’s 1921

For related examples see:
G. Janes, Shabtis A Private View (Paris, 2002), pp. 210 - 212 no. 106a.
Jacques F. Aubert – Liliane Aubert, Statuettes égyptiennes, Chaouabtis, ouchebtis (Paris, 1974) p. 296 fig 139.
J-L Chappaz, Les figurines funéraires égyptiennes du Musée d'Art et d'Histoire, (Geneva 1984), p. 88 no. 73b.
Ushebtis Egypcios (45) Museo Gregoriano Egizio, Vatican, Pic No. 80
Ushebtis Egypcios (45) National Museum of Ireland, Dublin, Pic No. 84

Condition: Intact and in excellent condition overall.  A truly spectacular example.

Dimensions: Height: 7 1/4 inches (18.5 cm)

Provenance: Tomb discovered in 1900 near the pyramid of Unas (Saqqara) by A. Barsanti/G. Maspero. (Janes).  Amherst Collection, sold by Sotheby's in June 1921, inventory #1058, Christie's, New York, 8 Jun 2001, Lot 102.  An old inscription on the base reads: Teha-nehibu, a superintendant of Royal Cargos, a similar figure is in British Museum no 34 279. See guide I of II Egyptian Rooms, page 128 where it is illustrated of a [??] as [??] of special interest? Last line unreadable"

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Psamtek-Sa-Neith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE

EU2106

$19,500 USD
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Shown mummiform, of faience with light blue glaze, depicted with a tripartite wig, plaited divine beard, facial details in high-quality relief, hands crossed over chest carrying a pic and hoe, seed bag on cord suspended over the left shoulder, with dorsal pillar and trapezoidal base, nine horizontal bands of incised hieroglyphic text wrapped around legs reciting parts of Chapter VI of the Book of the Dead and naming the owner as Psamtek-Sa-Neith, royal Superintendent of works in silver and gold.

Dimensions: 6.3 inches (16 cm)

Condition: A minor chip to the tip of the beard but overall intact and in good condition.

Provenance: Ex. collection of Jean-Loup Despras, Paris, France, before 1983, thereafter private Virginia collection, acquired from the trade in 2007. Probably Memphis/Saqqara.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Waibresaneith, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE

EU2105

$15,000 USD
/

Aside from the overall fine quality, perhaps the most striking feature of this large faience shabti is the unusual striated tripartite wig inlaid with a soft blue glaze paste.  Shown mummiform, it is made from high-quality faience with light blue/green glaze as is befitting for an important nobleman.   The facial details are in high relief, there is a plaited divine beard, and the hands, that cross over the chest, carry a pick and hoe for work in the afterlife.  The right hand also holds a cord that suspends over the left shoulder to support a seed bag on his back.  As is typical for Late Period shabtis, there is a wide dorsal pillar, and the figure stands on a trapezoidal base.  Seven horizontal bands of incised hieroglyphic from Chapter VI of the Book of the Dead text wrap around legs naming the owner as Wa-w(a)-wer, whose good name was Wah-ib-re-sa-neith. 

Wah-ib-re-sa-neith held many titles including Administrator of the Estates, Prince and Mayor, Treasurer of the King of Lower Egypt, etc. His mother is Ta-hi, Sistrum player of Neith, Lady of Sais; grandparents were Hor-em-Khebit and Iset-Irdis. [Janes].  “ The illuminate one, the Osiris, the ‘Administrator of the Estates’, Wa-w(a)-wer, his good name, Wah-ib-re-sa-neith (son of), ...” [Janes].

References/Parallels: 

1. Janes, pp. 156 - 157 no. 82 Wa-w(a)-wer DYN 26 Janes 

2. Loffet,  pp. 210 - 213 no. 68 Ouaou-our DYN 26 - 27 

3. Decker, pp. 86 -87 Wa-ib-re-sa-neith - Wa-w(a)-wir DYN 26 Reign of Psammetich II – Ahmose II  

Dimensions: Height:  7 1/4 inches (18.4 cm)

Condition: Intact and excellent condition overall.

Provenance: Ex Boston Private Collection, thereafter Virginia private collection, acquired from the New York trade in 2007. Probably from Sais (Janes). 

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE
An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE

An Egyptian Faience Shabti for Hor-Ir-Aa, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE

EU2109

$7,500 USD
/

Shown mummiform, made from faience with very pale cream/green glaze, with a tripartite wig, divine pleated beard, facial details in high-quality relief, the hands crossed over chest carrying pair of hoes, a seed bag on cord suspended over the left shoulder, with dorsal pillar and trapezoidal base, seven horizontal bands of incised hieroglyphic text wrapped around legs naming the owner as Hor-ir-aa. The inscription reads “The illuminated one, the Osiris, the Overseer of the Antechamber, Hor-ir-aa, Justified, he speaks: O this ushabti…” (Janes).

The intact tomb of Hor-ir-aa was discovered in the SE corner of the Step Pyramid in Saqqara and contained about 400 shabtis. Hor-ir-aa was in charge of the education of the pharaoh’s children – Necho II, Psamtek II, and possibly Apries (Janes).

Dimensions: Height: 17.5 cm (6.9 inches)

Condition: Complete, legs rejoined in two places and repaired, chipped beard, lost glaze.  Originally listed as limestone at auction but it is faience.  

Provenance: Private Virginia collection, acquired from the Paris trade in 2012. Ex. French private collection of Bernard & Bertrand Bottet, 1940 – 1960. Bernard Bottet, was a French painter and archaeologist through the mid 20th century. He led several excavations of the gravel pits in his native region of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in France, discovering various prehistoric objects. He and his son Bertrand established a collection of African, Oceanic, American, Asian, European, and Mediterranean art and antiquities. 

Art Loss Register Certificate number S00059780.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.

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A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE
A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE
A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE
A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE
A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE
A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE
A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE
A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE

A NeoAssyrian Star of Ishtar Gold Pendant, Neo Assyrian Period, ca. 911 - 609 BCE

MJ2107

$1,950 USD
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Ancient luxuries were precious, pleasurable, and opulent items – widely coveted and used to show power and status. This superb Neo-Assyrian pendant of high karat gold is such an example. It was manufactured by cutting out the circular form from sheet gold and punching the design using a mold. The central design is a fine eight-ray star representing the great goddess of the heavens, Ishtar/Ashar. Ishtar was associated with the planet Venus and her most prominent symbols included the lion and the eight-pointed star. Between each ray and within the center of the pendant is a raised dome, an incised decorated band encircles the periphery. At the top of the pendant is an attached suspension loop for stringing, now recently mounted with a fine 18K gold modern chain that can be adjusted up to 18 inches (45.7 cm). Necklaces with similar symbols can be found on the figures of royal personages in later Assyrian wall reliefs and probably served as both jewelry and talismans. Aside from its superb aesthetic appeal, this pendant was most probably worn to invoke the protection of the goddess.

Condition: The pendant is intact and in excellent condition overall. It is strung as a necklace on a modern 18K gold chain that can be adjusted up to 18 inches.

Dimensions: Height: 1 inch (2.5 cm)

Provenance: Ex. Sumer Gallery, (Henry Anavian Family Collection) NYC., acquired 1970s-1980s and then by descent.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE
Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE

Emerald necklace with Chiriquí Tumbaga Frog Pendant, Costa Rica, ca. 800 - 1500 BCE

PJ2004

$1,950 USD
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Frogs are frequently depicted in the goldwork of Costa Rica and Panama. In this tropical region, numerous species abound, from tiny terrestrial varieties to giant tree frogs, some with poisonous skins and some vibrantly colored. A tree frog may be depicted here, with its beaded eyes, wide smile, long thin legs, and wide round feet projecting from its body. Emerging from the mouth is a scrolled tongue, a pervasive serpent symbol, that is flanked by outstretched arms on either side. A large pair of spiral ear spools add a decorative touch to either side of the mouth. The pendant has been paired with handmade faceted emeralds graduating from 3.5-4mm and twelve 14K gold spacer beads complete this stunning ensemble.

Dimensions:  Pendant Length: 17 mm (0.66 inches), Overall necklace length: 19 1/2 inches (49.5 cm)

Condition: Intact and in excellent condition overall.

Provenance: Private New Jersey collection, acquired in the 1980s.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE
A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE

A fine Islamic Gold Filigree Pendant, ca. 14th - 15th century CE

MJ2109

$5,950 USD
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Superb D-shaped filigree pendant set with a central garnet cabochon, surrounded with overall fine filigree and granulated vine and floral decoration and granulation border to the front face, a tubular filigree suspension tube is applied to the top, together with two side suspension rings on either side.  Strung as a necklace on a 14K gold woven chain.

Dimensions: Pendant length: 1 1/2 inches (3.8 cm), Chain length: 16 inches (40.63 cm), stamped 585, Necklace weight: 11.4 grams.


Condition: The pendant is intact and in excellent condition overall.

Provenance: Ex. Sumer Gallery, (Henry Anavian) NYC, acquired 1970s - 1980s and then by descent to family.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
A Roman Carnelian Faceted Bead Pendant, ca 1st century CE

A Roman Carnelian Faceted Bead Pendant, ca 1st century CE

RJ2148

$495 USD
/

The most favorable pieces of carnelian are a deep red to red-orange hue, and this carnelian faceted is a wonderful example of type.  Painstakingly hand-carved, drilled and polished in Roman times, the stone itself graduates from pale orange to a band overall.

Carnelian stones, which were immensely popular throughout Greco-Roman antiquity, originated from deposits in the Arabian Peninsula and India. Like the Egyptians and the Greeks, the Romans believed that cornelian was endowed with magical powers; it caused the blood to circulate smoothly throughout the body, made the skin healthy and youthful, and was capable of warding off evil.  Once considered strictly the property of the noble class, Romans of high social status were often buried with this gemstone.  Ancient warriors wore carnelian for courage and physical power to conquer their enemies. Since wearing carnelian also makes one feel peaceful and slow to anger, it was often worn by orators to achieve serenity before and during speeches. It is theorized that the color orange is the harmonious balance of passionate, creative red and bright, cheerful yellow, making it particularly soothing to wear.

Condition:  Recently strung a pendant with 18K white gold chain that can be adjusted, the bead is intact and in good condition overall. 

Dimensions:  Bead width: 1.43cm (0.56 inches).  Strung on an adjustable 18-inch chain of 18K white gold.

Provenance:  Private Californian collection, acquired in the mid-1960s and then by descent to present owner.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.
A large Costa Rican Tumbaga Pendant of a Shaman, International Group, ca. 400 - 900 CE
A large Costa Rican Tumbaga Pendant of a Shaman, International Group, ca. 400 - 900 CE
A large Costa Rican Tumbaga Pendant of a Shaman, International Group, ca. 400 - 900 CE
A large Costa Rican Tumbaga Pendant of a Shaman, International Group, ca. 400 - 900 CE
A large Costa Rican Tumbaga Pendant of a Shaman, International Group, ca. 400 - 900 CE
A large Costa Rican Tumbaga Pendant of a Shaman, International Group, ca. 400 - 900 CE

A large Costa Rican Tumbaga Pendant of a Shaman, International Group, ca. 400 - 900 CE

PJ2107

$1,950 USD
/

In the form of a male shaman, with a grotesque mask over his face, his outstretched arms holding a stylized bird in each hand, standing bow-legged (possibly indicative of a dancing pose), wearing spiral ear ornaments, a ceremonial belt, and ankle ornaments, the latter two indicative of his shaman status, a small loop at the top of his head for suspension.  The pendant hangs from a necklace of fine highly polished jade beads and hand-rolled Precolumbian gold tubular beads.   Fantastic statement piece!

Tumbaga, the gold-copper alloy created throughout Pre-Columbian Meso- and South America, was used to make all types of ceremonial, religious, and funerary objects, including jewelry, amulets, finials, vessels, and weapons. The ratio of gold to copper varied greatly between objects; pieces have been recorded with anywhere between 3 and 97 percent of each metal.  Many objects were created using the lost wax method, and tumbaga was malleable and versatile enough to be hammered, gilded, soldered, welded, plated, hardened, annealed, polished, engraved, embossed, and inlaid, resulting in a wide variety of subjects and styles throughout the ancient Americas.

Dimensions: Height: 2 1/4 inches (5.5 cm), Width: 10.5 inches (27 cm). Necklace length: 27 1/2 inches (69.7 cm).

Condition: Both arms of the pendant professionally reattached, otherwise complete and in very good condition.

Provenance: Private NYC collection, acquired 1950s - 1980s, old collection # 177 in black ink on the back.

Sue McGovern, President of Sands of Time, is an Executive Board and a certified member (CAPP) of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), an international multi-disciplinary certifying and accrediting organization.  ISA  has a mandatory recertification program for all senior members and Sue is in compliance with that program.   

CAPP is the highest achievement and level of credentialing in the industry of personal property appraising, signifying advanced appraisal methodology, expertise and professional development.

Sands of Time Appraisals provide comprehensive personal property valuation services to clients in all private and public sectors and has experience managing both simple and complex assignments for:

  • Federal Estate & Gift Tax
  • Non-cash Charitable Contributions
  • Insurance Coverage and Claims
  • Estate Planning
  • Divorce Settlements
  • Corporate Valuation Needs

The Sands of Time Appraisal team can appraise individual works of art or entire collections, with large collections being a specialty.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue resulting in the delivery of professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice” (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  With her broad information technology background, Sue also brings 25 years of project management experience that includes logistical design, planning, organizing, and implementation of large and small appraisal assignments.

By analyzing current trends and conducting comprehensive research, we closely monitor the nuances of the current market. Each client and appraisal situation is unique so our appraisal services are tailored to meet your timeline and specifications. This includes video conferencing, appraisals from photos and state of the art software tools. Efficiency and effectiveness from initial review to the delivery of the final documents is our top priority. Fees for appraisals are determined by the number of hours involved and any necessary travel and expenses. Our fees are negotiated based upon the express needs of each client and are competitive within the marketplace.

We invite inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, as well as colleagues, collectors and investors. Please contact us for further details.  I look forward to hearing from you,

Sue

PAYMENT PLAN
Sands of Time offer a very flexible layaway payment plan for all objects offered for sale on our website.  Here's how it works:
  • Deposit:  A deposit of 15% of the total price is required upon purchase.  
  • Checkout:  Order through our website and select the "layaway" option at checkout.
  • Flexibility:   You are not restricted to a set monthly payment; pay what you wish when you wish, however your balance must be paid within six months of the order date or you risk forfeiture.
  • Title:  Property title remains with Sands of Time Antiquities, Inc. until payment is made in full.
  • Shipment:  Once payment is complete, we will ship your order by the next business day.  

Should you cancel your layaway purchase, a 15% restocking-fee will apply. If you exchange or trade-up the objet purchased while it is on layaway, the restocking fee for the original purchase will not apply.  If you would like to take advantage of our layaway system or would like to discuss an alternative option that better suits your budget, please contact us via e-mail or call 1-202-342-0518. 

 

Sands of Time provides a lifetime, unconditional guarantee of authenticity and provenance. Every artifact purchased from us is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, stating culture, provenance and age. Furthermore, we conduct due diligence to ensure the item, to the best of our knowledge, has not been illegally obtained from an excavation, architectural monument, public institution or private property. Wherever possible, reference is made to existing collections or publications.

Sands of Time Antiquities are proud to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

  • We undertake to make, to the best of our ability, all purchases in good faith.
  • We undertake not to purchase or sell objects until we have established, to the best of our ability, that such objects were not stolen from excavations, architectural monuments, public institutions or private property.
  • We will not dismember and sell separately parts of one complete object.
  • We undertake to the best of ability to keep objects together that were originally meant to be kept together.
  • As appropriate we will keep photographic records of objects prior to repair and restoration, to be honest and open by describing in writing the amount of repair and restoration undertaken to a prospective purchaser.
  • To the best of our ability, we guarantee authenticity and provenance of all objects offered for sale.