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THBRomano-Egyptian 20K+ Gold Necklace, Lotus Flowers 23 g
Lot 15a
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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An important one-day auction featuring museum-worthy examples of Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Etruscan, Near Eastern, Far East / Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal, Oceanic, Native American, Spanish Colonial, Russian, Fossils, Ancient Jewelry, Fine Art, so much more! Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
Egypt, Romano-Egyptian period, ca. 1st to 2nd century CE. A beautiful gold necklace comprised of six 91% gold (equivalent to 20K+) beads shaped like lotus or perhaps papyrus blossoms, fourteen 99% gold (equivalent to 23K+) lozenge shape beads (each comprised of a pair of conjoined conical beads), and twelve 98% gold (equivalent to 23K+) granule beads, all arranged in an elegant, balanced design with a hook and loop closure. Sure to make an elegant statement, replete with impressive artistry in all its luxurious splendor. Size: 16.75" L (42.5 cm); lotus blossom beads measure ~ 1" L x .5" W (2.5 cm x 1.3 cm); longest lozenge shaped beads ~ 1.5" L x .125" W (3.8 cm x 0.3 cm). Weight: 23 grams. Gold quality: lotus/papyrus flower beads 91% gold (equivalent to 20K+); lozenge shaped beads 99% gold (equivalent to 23K+); granules 98% gold (equivalent to 23K+)
In addition to its undeniable beauty, this necklace carries layers of meaning thanks to its flower-shaped beads which likely represent either lotus or papyrus blossoms. Egyptians cultivated lotuses in the marshy land around the Nile; and it was believed that the flower gave them power and strength, perhaps relating to the use of a stylized lotus as a capital motif at the top of columns. Lotuses were also used as funerary adornments - for example, remains of the flower have been found in the tomb of Ramesses II - and as temple offerings and garlands worn by women during rituals. The papyrus plant symbolized Lower Egypt as well as growth, youth, vigor, and renewal.
Provenance: private Dere Family Collection, New York City, New York, USA, acquired in the 1980s to 2000s
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#151684All beads are ancient save the two smaller spherical beads at the end which show minute crimping/losses. Otherwise beads show slight scuffs and indentations, but are in overall excellent condition. Strung in modern times. Hook and loop are modern and were added to make this piece wearable.Condition
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