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[Archaeology]. Roman Egypt. Votive statuette of the goddess Isis Fortuna. Ochre terracotta. L. 13.5cm. Elegant reversible pedestal. Limestone concretions. The Greek-dressed goddess can be recognized by the characteristic Tyet knot holding her tunic, the "Isis knot", reminiscent of the key of life. She wears a thick plant crown, a basket and a cornucopia overflowing with fruit. The horn likens the great Egyptian goddess, now universal, to Fortune of Preneste, the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility. Provenance French public sale. Alexandria. First centuries.

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[Archaeology]. Roman Egypt. Votive statuette of the goddess Isis Fortuna. Ochre terracotta. L. 13.5cm. Elegant reversible pedestal. Limestone concretions. The Greek-dressed goddess can be recognized by the characteristic Tyet knot holding her tunic, the "Isis knot", reminiscent of the key of life. She wears a thick plant crown, a basket and a cornucopia overflowing with fruit. The horn likens the great Egyptian goddess, now universal, to Fortune of Preneste, the Roman goddess of agriculture and fertility. Provenance French public sale. Alexandria. First centuries.

Estimate 180 - 250 EUR

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