{"product_id":"ancient-egyptian-sandstone-head-fragment-new-kingdom","title":"Ancient Egyptian Sandstone Head Fragment\nNew Kingdom","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAncient Egyptian Sandstone Head Fragment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Kingdom, ca. 1550–1070 BCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 1\/2 in. (8.9 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA finely carved ancient Egyptian sandstone head fragment dating to the New Kingdom, preserving the left side of a human face with remarkable artistic detail. Despite the loss of the nose, mouth, and portions of the opposite side, the sculpture retains a beautifully modeled almond-shaped eye, sharply defined eyebrow, finely carved ear, cheek, and portions of the forehead and crown. A shallow band across the forehead likely represents the edge of a wig or headdress, reflecting the elegant conventions of New Kingdom sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sandstone surface displays an attractive ancient patina with natural weathering, mineral deposits, and age-related wear consistent with centuries of burial. The surviving features exhibit the refined craftsmanship and idealized style that characterize Egyptian stone carving of the period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional and highly displayable fragment, mounted on a custom stand, offering a compelling glimpse into the artistic sophistication of ancient Egypt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ex. James Wayne Collection, California; acquired from a private California collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53363902316841,"sku":null,"price":1400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/IMG-8246.jpg?v=1784923860","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/products\/ancient-egyptian-sandstone-head-fragment-new-kingdom","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}