Egyptian faience shabti for Her-ib-Bastet
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A green glazed faience shabti figure with fine moulded details and inscription. The inscription on the front of the legs reads: “The Osiris, Her-ib-Bastet, born to Tas-nakht-Iset”.
Culture
Egypt, Late Dynastic Period, 30th Dynasty, c. 380-343 BC; possibly from Tell Bastet
Size
11.5 x 3 cms
Condition
Repaired on the legs, minor surface wear and chipping as seen in the photographs
Provenance
Ex. deceased estate, Devon, UK; acquired by inhertance from a collection formed c. 1910-1920.
For a parallel example please see the highly recommended catalogue: Glenn Janes, The Shabti Collections volume 6, World Museum Liverpool, catalogue number 236.