Egyptian amulet of an udjat eye, Late Dynastic Period, 26th-31st Dynasty, c.664-332 BC
Lapis lazuli
Length: 1.2cm
11049
Lapis lazuli udjat eye amulet, also known as the Eye of Horus. One side polished smooth, the other incised with fine detailing for the eye, pupil, brows, cosmetic lines and elongated tear-duct. The lug at the top of the amulet is not pierced. Intact, the surface a little worn.
Provenance
Reportedly exported from Egypt in 1918Joseph Altounian (1890-1954), France; acquired prior to 1937, annex number 266
Altounian was a renowned antique dealer who kept the company of artists including Auguste Rodin and Pablo Picasso, and sat for Amedeo Modigliani.
Mention of a "box containing 28 amulets of various materials" in the book of goods on December 31, 1921, under number 986, page 16, as well as in the general journal of 1924, page 18. Originally displayed on a moulded tray, with old collection label reading 'ANNEXE No 266'.
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