Ancient Egyptian Terracotta Beaded necklace. - 100 cm

5 Re-strung terracotta bead necklaces – Ancient Egypt Elegant necklace composed of numerous terracotta beads, of ancient Egyptian tradition, currently strung forming a long strand of approximately 40 cm in length. The beads, small in size —approximately 3 to 5 mm—, present a distinctive discoidal and cylindrical shape, with slight irregularities typical of their handmade production. They preserve an attractive range of natural tones, from ochres and sands to browns and darker earthy hues, creating a particularly harmonious ensemble. The matte surface, the color variations and the small signs of wear contribute to the piece a marked archaeological presence. The considerable length of the necklace allows one to appreciate the rhythmic sequence of the beads and provides a strong decorative effect, whether displayed in a display case or presented on a stand. Cultural provenance: Ancient Egypt Material: Terracotta Total length: approx. 100 cm Bead diameter: approx. 4 mm Condition: in keeping with its age, with wear, deposits and tonal variations typical of the material. A piece of intimate and evocative character, representative of the tradition of personal adornment in ancient Egypt, especially attractive for a collection of Mediterranean and Eastern archaeology.

Estimate:£544.43

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