Ancient Egyptian Terracotta Beaded necklace. - 40 cm (No reserve price)

Re-strung terracotta bead necklace – Ancient Egypt Elegant necklace composed of numerous terracotta beads, from ancient Egyptian tradition, currently strung to form a long strand of approximately 40 cm in length. The beads, small in size—approximately 4 to 10 mm—feature a disc-like and cylindrical shape, with slight irregularities inherent to their handmade production. They preserve an attractive range of natural tones, from ochers and sands to browns and darker earthy shades, creating a particularly harmonious ensemble. The matte surface, color variations, and small signs of wear contribute to the piece a marked archaeological presence. The considerable length of the necklace allows the rhythmic succession of the beads to be appreciated and gives it a striking decorative effect, whether displayed in a vitrine on a display case or mounted on a stand. Cultural provenance: Ancient Egypt Material: Terracotta Total length: approx. 100 cm Diameter of the beads: approx. 4 mm Conservation status: in line with its age, with wear, deposits, and tonal variations typical of the material. An intimate and evocative piece, representative of the tradition of personal ornamentation in ancient Egypt, particularly attractive for a collection of Mediterranean and Near Eastern archaeology.

Estimation:€500

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