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THBRomano-Egyptian Copper Alloy Aegis of Isis
Lot 25
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Artemis Fine Arts
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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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Explore a world of classical antiquities and ethnographic masterpieces, with treasures from every corner of the globe. Discover Egyptian relics, Greek and Roman artifacts, Etruscan elegance, Near Eastern wonders, and Asian heritage. Marvel at Pre-Columbian marvels, Native American artistry, African tribal expressions, and Oceanic cultural gems. Spanish Colonial legacies, Russian craftsmanship, and a spectrum of fine and visual arts await, offering a captivating journey through history and artistry, connecting cultures across time. Artemis Fine Arts info@artemisgallery.com
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Egypt, Roman period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A remarkable copper alloy aegis - a collar-like necklace (often called a broad-collar) bearing a divine head as symbol of protection and fertility - featuring the head of the goddess Isis surmounted by a crown of uraei, a sun disk with uraeus, and the horns of a cow. Wearing a tripartite wig, the deity presents arched brows, sizable, elongated eyes, a broad nose, and full, pressed lips, all flanked by falcon or Horus-headed terminals. Her eyes and eyebrows may have once been adorned with glass inlays. Broad collars are generally accompanied by a menat, a counterpoise that hangs at the back of the neck, balancing the weight of the heavy, elaborate collar on the chest. Though this example only features deity's head and broad collar, it represents the aegis-menat combination, which served both as personal adornment and a significant element in religious practices. Size: 2.3" L x 5" W x 8.5" H (5.8 cm x 12.7 cm x 21.6 cm); 10.9" H (27.7 cm) on included custom stand.
Aegides like this one served as protective symbol and was integral to rituals and festivals. It was believed that the head of the aegis allowed the deity to inhabit the ritual instrument and thus take part in the ceremonies. Representations in temples show that these objects decorated the sacred boats in which deities were carried in procession during festivals. An aegis was mounted at the prow and another at the stern.
Isis was one of the most revered deities in Ancient Egypt, and her worship continued to flourish during the Romano-Egyptian period. She was regarded as the ideal mother, wife, and protector of the dead, often associated with magic and healing. During the Roman era, her cult expanded beyond Egypt, spreading throughout the Mediterranean world, including Rome and Greece. Temples dedicated to Isis, such as the one at Philae, remained active even as Christianity began to rise. Her worship blended with Greco-Roman traditions, and she was often depicted with Hellenistic influences while maintaining her traditional Egyptian attributes. The adaptability of her cult, which emphasized themes of rebirth and salvation, contributed to its endurance until it was eventually suppressed with the spread of Christianity in the late antiquity period.
Provenance: private Venice, Florida, USA collection; acquired September, 2024 from Wainscott Auction Services, Indiana, USA
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#189836Losses to collar pectoral with chipping as shown and possible loss of menat on verso. Heavy weathering to surface with abraded areas, all commensurate with age. Nice remaining facial detail and heavy patina throughout with some marine encrustations in areas.Condition
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