522 - Egyptian Limestone Pair of Eyes and Ears. Late Period, 664-332 B.C. A pair of narrow, almond-shaped eyes with elegantly curved, slightly set-off lids; the eyeballs are slightly convex; the reverse is smoothed; the tip and part of the surface of one earlobe are missing; traces of black paint and a reddish-yellow colour (paint or iron oxide deposits); originally served as inlays for a coffin mask. 234 grams total, 21.5 cm wide including stand (8 1/2 in.). (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.)

Egyptian Limestone Pair of Eyes and Ears. Late Period, 664-332 B.C. A pair of narrow, almond-shaped eyes with elegantly curved, slightly set-off lids; the eyeballs are slightly convex; the reverse is smoothed; the tip and part of the surface of one earlobe are missing; traces of black paint and a reddish-yellow colour (paint or iron oxide deposits); originally served as inlays for a coffin mask. 234 grams total, 21.5 cm wide including stand (8 1/2 in.). (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Israeli art market, 2015, from Mr I.H., a licensed art dealer from Jerusalem. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.