£1,560.00
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A moulded and pale blue glazed faience shabti figure with black painted details and inscription. The shabti is inscribed for “Bak-(en)-Weru, Chief of the Artisans”.
Culture
Egypt, New Kingdom, 19th Dynasty, c. 1292-1189 BC
Size
11.8 x 3.6 cms
Condition
Repaired on legs, some chipping as seen in the photographs, mainly to the wig and foot
Provenance
Ex. collection: George Kemble Bolam (1880-1964), Lancashire and Wiltshire, UK; given between 1955-1964 to his great-nephew Tony Shannon. Accompanied by a signed note by Shannon confirming the provenance and giving further details of Bolam’s friendship with Howard Carter as well as an early 20th Century photograph showing Bolam and others driving a car in Egypt.
This shabti was reputedly given to Bolam by Howard Carter as a memento of the discovery of Tutankamun’s tomb.
Bolam worked as a professional photographer in Abbasia, Cairo between c. 1910-1955, signing his photographs K(emble) Bolam. Bolam recounted to his family that he was originally asked by Howard Carter to photograph Tutankhamun’s tomb though this task was famously carried out by Harry Burton who had considerably more expertise in archaeological photography.
Shabti figures
I bought a really lovely figurine and I am delighted! I spoke to Rolph and he is a very nice chap, and the figurine arrived two days later. I have bought from Helios Gallery before, after reading glowing reports about them, and have always loved my purchases. Thank you so much. Response from Helios Gallery Thank you, Robin, Glad you like the little Osiris figure and thank you for taking the time to leave a kind comment about us, Sam & Rolf 🙂
Bronze votive figurine of Osiris
4th April 2024 
This was my first time purchasing from this vendor and I couldn’t be happier. Once I placed my order, they personally emailed me thanking me and ensured it would be shipped out the next day. One week later, across the Atlantic – I received my piece. It was securely packed and handled with care. I look forward to supporting this vendor in the future!
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you, Jean-Paul, so glad everything went smoothly and you’re happy with us and your lekythos, Sam & Rolf 🙂
The sandals have just arrived thank you. Unfortunately they don’t fit me so I have put them in my display cabinet where they look amazing along with the rest of my antiquities. Once again thank you and happy Christmas to you both.
Response from Helios Gallery
Love this! so glad they don’t fit 🙂 and delighted you love them, many thanks for your comment, Sam & Rolf
This is my second purchase from Helios. Very happy with the pitcher- just as described in the website. A nice example of italo-geometric pottery. Well packaged as was the previous item. Fast dispatch. Altogether, very satisfied with this purchase. I am sure to return to this seller. Thank you.
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you, Mike, for you lovely comment, we love to hear that you like the Oinochoe, it is a lovely piece, Many thanks Sam & Rolf: )
It’s already the second purchase I’ve made from Helios Gallery and for the second time I am satisfied. Rolf is kind and available to resolve any doubts quickly and professionally. I highly recommend helios gallery to everyone who loves history and antiquities!
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you so much for you comment, and glad you like the Terracotta, Sam & Rolf
I have just purchased my ninth item from Helios and will continue to make this company my first choice when I want to buy an antiquity. I always feel confident that whatever I decide to buy is authentic and fairly priced, and the service provided to customers is excellent. Thank you Rolf and Sam
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you, Andrew, for your great comment. and we are really pleased you love your growing collection, Rolf & Sam
Item as described. Carefully packaged and promptly delivered. A happy purchaser! Will continue to visit this dealer.
Response from Helios Gallery
So glad you like the lamp, thank you for the kind comment, Sam and Rolf 🙂
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Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you Nuria, for your kind review, Sam & Rolf 🙂
Really happy with my beautiful artefact. Love this business- always friendly and personable. Great swift service too
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you so much Johnny, so pleased you like the lovely chap, Sam and Rolf 🙂
Thank you very much for my ancient Greek redfigure shard – communication was excellent and the delivery was very fast!
I am very happy to adding the first ancient piece to my collection!!!
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you, Grace, so glad you are happy with your first antiquity.
These people have become my go-to place for reasonably priced antiquities with excellent provenance. I know I can count on them to be ethical and responsible in our dealings, and my purchases always arrive on time or even early at times.
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you, Richard, for your kind review, so glad you are pleased with us, we try to have an interesting group of Antiquities for sale. Sam & Rolf
I made my first purchase from Helios 17 years ago and since then I regurlarly buy Greek items with the same pleasure and full confidence. Once again this Minoan bowl is an excellent item ! I also want to warmly thank Rolf for his great support for administrative questions !
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you, JP, for another kind comment, we value you as one of our longest established collectors, many thanks Sam and Rolf
I’m delighted with my purchase, it has exceeded my expectations! The axe head is exactly as described, and was delivered in very safe and secure packaging. Rolf was very courteous and helpful with his communication, which is greatly appreciated. Overall, I am very happy, and I highly recommended Helios Gallery!
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you Jeremy, really pleased you like the axe head and many thanks for your kind comment, Sam & Rolf
The item arrived in the exact condition it was listed and I couldn’t be more happy with my purchase. Rolf has also been exceptional with answering questions about my purchase. I will certainly do business with Helios Gallery in the future.
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you, Matt, so pleased you like the Ushabti figure, and the order all went smoothly, look forward to selling to you again, Many Thanks Sam & Rolf
I bought two exceptionel wonderful greek terracottas.
Fantastic items and fantastic service by the Helios Gallery.
Highly recommended!
Response from Helios Gallery
Fab comment Stefan, so glad you love the terracotta’s and thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Sam & Rolf:)
Fast delivery, well packaged, product as advertised. Thank you for enabling those without a large budget to own a little piece of history. I will be buying again.
Response from Helios Gallery
Thank you, Howard, for your kind comment and so glad you like the Eye of Horus, we try to have a small items sale a couple of times a year, Sam & Rolf 🙂
