Collection

A Fine Egyptian Gypsum Mask of a Male Youth

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Description
Description

Plaster mummy portrait of a young boy, with slender features and orange tan flesh tones. His lips are pursed into a smile, rendering his features serene. His black hair is moulded in curls with fine brush strokes and his eyes and eyebrows are stylistically delineated with thick black lines. His shawl covers the back of his head. Areas of linen wrappings are preserved on the interior.

REFERENCE

#SI_EG_1052

CIVILIZATION

Ptolemaic period, 305 B.C.E. – 30 B.C.E.

SIZE

H. 27 cm

CONDITION

Professional restoration on the paint and the plaster, overall fine condition.

PRICE

Price available upon request

Additional Information
Civilization

Egyptian

Material

Ceramic