638 - Egyptian Bell-Shaped Cartonnage Element from a Mummy Case. Graeco-Roman Period, circa 3rd century B.C.-2nd century A.D. Bell-shaped in form with a conical top feature, the outer face is primed to accept painted petal detailing; inner layers are in loosely woven fabric. Cf. Edgar, C.C., Catalogue G n ral du Mus e du Caire Nos. 33101-33285, Graeco-Egyptian coffins, masks and portraits, Cairo, 1905, pl. XLVI; Portraits fun raires de l gypte romaine: Cartonnages, linceuls et bois, pp.90-91, no. 7; pp. 96-97, no.10, for two upper halves of cartonnage cases with modelled breasts. 20 grams, 69 mm (2 3/4 in.). [No Reserve]

Egyptian Bell-Shaped Cartonnage Element from a Mummy Case. Graeco-Roman Period, circa 3rd century B.C.-2nd century A.D. Bell-shaped in form with a conical top feature, the outer face is primed to accept painted petal detailing; inner layers are in loosely woven fabric. Cf. Edgar, C.C., Catalogue G n ral du Mus e du Caire Nos. 33101-33285, Graeco-Egyptian coffins, masks and portraits, Cairo, 1905, pl. XLVI; Portraits fun raires de l gypte romaine: Cartonnages, linceuls et bois, pp.90-91, no. 7; pp. 96-97, no.10, for two upper halves of cartonnage cases with modelled breasts. 20 grams, 69 mm (2 3/4 in.). [No Reserve] with a privately curated collection, 1980s-early 2000s. From the private collection and estate of Christine Simons (1943-2025), West Midlands, UK. This is an intriguing object, possibly a breast from a cartonnage mummy case. For example, some Roman-period cartonnage cases from Akhmim were modelled with female physiognomies, including wide hips and modelled breasts. 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.