Replica, Pharonic Bust, Ptolemy 1, British Museum
Country
Egypt
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Description
Black resin replica of a pharonic bust of Ptolemy 1. Bust includes head, neck and upper torso. Ptolemy 1 wears a headdress with protective serpent but is otherwise plain and devoid of decorative elements. Sculptures trial piece with grid on back. Embossed "B.M. Replica" R67. Egypt, Ptolemaic Period.
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY Egyptian replica
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Measurements
H175mm
Media/Materials description
Resin
History and use
This is a replica of an ancient Egyptian basalt bust of Ptolemy 1. The original bust was said to have been excavated from the lining of a well in the Nile Delta. Ptolemy 1 ruled between 305 and 283 BC and was a general under Alexander the Great, who founded the Ptolemaic dynasty of Egypt. He wears a royal headdress with a protective serpent.
Registration number
H14528
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