Egyptian
Art and antiquities of Ancient Egypt
Since ancient times, the Egyptian culture inspired the Occident. Be it through the mighty pyramids, mysterious hieroglyphs, or the proto-monotheism introduced by Akhenaten in Amarna. It goes without saying that Egyptian antiquities are a particular focus area in our online shop. From the famous Egyptian Naqada culture pottery, over sarcophagus masks, to jewellery, faience amulets and scarabs from the Late Period and Ptolomeic Egypt, Alte Roemer Galllery offers you a broad selection of authentic Egyptian antiquities. We would be pleased to work with you on your personal collection and assist choosing special pieces you would like to add. Please do not hesitate to contact us any time via email or using our contact form. Correspondence is welcome in English, German, Italian, French, Russian or Japanese.-
Coptic bronze figurine of an angel
From the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.
€440Female stone portrait headHellenistic Greece or Egypt under Roman rule. From the Austrian collection of Prof. Ritschel, carrier of the Large Cross of Honor of the Austrian Republic and many other prizes and honors.
€3,450Roman marble Isis statue - ex Christie's New YorkThe surface is excellently preserved. The knot above the breast clearly identifies the statue as Isis. Acquired in 1975 at Galerie Carrefour, Pierre Vérité, Paris. Coming with an Art Loss certificate.
€18,800Egyptian mummy cartonnageCentral piece of a mummy cartonnage from the ptolemaic period. Covered with polychrome paint giving an interesting insight into ancient Egyptian funerary rituals. Probably originating from Akhmim in Upper Egypt.
€5,900Wonderful marble head of Isis - Ex Sotheby's Parke BennettA lovely sculpture from an old US collection. Very nicely preserved surface, very detailed work of art.
€4,950Egyptian plaque of BesRare type of depiction of the dwarf god. From the collection of the Newark Museum of Art. Late Period of Ancient Egypt. Including thermoluminescence analysis.
€1,930Conical Old Kingdom stone vesselThe elegant stone vase is made of wonderful banded alabaster. 5th to 6th dynasty, Old Kingdom.
€1,800Egyptian stone bowlThis wonderful bowl of banded stone was probably used for ritual purposes. From the Early Dynastic Period or Old Kingdom of ancient Egypt.
€1,480Small Egyptian Kohl vesselThe stone pot was used for Kohl, the eye cosmetic of the ancient Egyptians. Nicely polished stone surface. From the 2nd Millenium BC.
€1,050Coptic bronze figurine of a running boyFrom the famous Prof. Maurice Bouvier collection, acquired in Egypt between 1929 and 1959.
€578Egyptian Kohl vesselThe small stone pot was used for Kohl, the eye cosmetic of the ancient Egyptians. Black remains of the substance are still preserved on the inside. From the time between Middle Kingdom and New Kingdom.
€1,150Small Egyptian stone vesselNice stone vessel and rare type from the Middle Kingdom. Timelessly elegant shape.
€1,300Body of a seated clay figure with monkeyFrom an old German private collection, acquired ca. 1976 at Davies Antiques Gallery, London.
€177Egyptian cowroidAmulet seal with geometric design at the underside. Second Intermediate Period of ancient Egypt.
€300Mosaic glass inlay with floral motifSkillfully arranged motif of lilies and palmettes. Made in Egypt during the early Roman Imperial period.
€1,420Three mosaic glass beadsMiniature works of art with different decorations. Fantastic examples for mosaic glass beads from the early Roman Imperial period.
€1,670Two mosaic glass beadsNicely decorated miniature works of art. Outstanding examples for mosaic glass beads from the early Roman Imperial period.
€1,240Egyptian painted panelFantastic testimony to Roman Egyptian painting that has been well preserved in Egypt's dry desert climate. Formerly with Christie's South Kensington.
€2,500Egyptian scarabFunerary scarab from Ancient Egypt. A nice specimen from the famous Matouk collection.
€1,600Egyptian scarabFunerary scarab of green and white stone. Late Period of Ancient Egypt. The piece is from the famous Matouk collection.
€1,550Egyptian scarabFunerary scarab of brown stone. Late Period of Ancient Egypt. The piece is from the famous Matouk collection.
€1,550Funerary scarab with animal's headNaturalistic scarab in turquoise fayence. The head of another animal has been combined with a scarabs body. Late Period of Ancient Egypt.
€790Large Egyptian Shabti made of AlabasterStunning funerary statuette from the 19th dynasty of Ancient Egypt. Marvelous provenance and publications in numerous catalogues.
€20,400Serapis marble bust from Joachim Menant collectionFamous egyptologist who excavated in Alexandria in the 19th century. Acquired in Egypt during this time, since then and until 2016 in the Menant family collection. With Art Loss certificate.
€10,980Roman-Egyptian portrait of a young womanExcellent condition, original stucco and painting partially preserved. From an old collection of a Frech engineer. With Art Loss certificate
€6,500Egyptian tomb relief from MemphisThe flat relief shows an offering scene and above a hieroglyphic text describing the deceased Ptah-nefer, the priest and the offerings. A translation has been made by the renowned Egyptologist professor Kurth. The work of art dates to the 26th dynasty. It is adopting the style of the Old Kingdom.
€21,800Richly painted Ancient Egyptian stucco mask of a ladyIdealtypisch geformtes und lebensnah bemaltes Gesicht einer jungen Frau. Großartiger Zustand mit hervorragend erhaltenen Farben. Ex Christies.
€7,400