62 - Egyptian Revival style carved gypsum block featuring two figures in low relief. The piece is a corner fragment with two carved faces. The first face depicts a female figure, likely a queen or goddess, shown in profile wearing a feathered crown and vulture headdress while holding an offering jar. The second face depicts the jackal-headed deity Anubis in profile with one arm raised. 4 5/8" H x 3 1/8" W x 3" D. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.

Egyptian Revival style carved gypsum block featuring two figures in low relief. The piece is a corner fragment with two carved faces. The first face depicts a female figure, likely a queen or goddess, shown in profile wearing a feathered crown and vulture headdress while holding an offering jar. The second face depicts the jackal-headed deity Anubis in profile with one arm raised. 4 5/8" H x 3 1/8" W x 3" D. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: The stone is in good decorative condition with minor surface abrasions and small chips along the sharp edges of the relief carving. There is natural fracturing and surface texture to the unfinished reverse and top. Minor dust accumulation is present in the deeper recessed areas of the carving. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.