EGYPTIAN BRONZE FIGURE OF OSIRIS,Third Intermediate Period (1069-747 B.C.). Finely-detailed, hollow cast, seated bronze god of the underworld figure. Wearing plumed atef-crown with uraeus, false beard, raised beaded broad collar, hands holding the crook and flail, recessed eyes and pleasant facial expression. - 7 1/4 inches high. Estimate $3,500-4,000
PROVENANCE: Old Belgian private collection.
Minor restoration to small area on right side of crown. Otherwise, intact as shown. Mounted.
