An Egyptian Bronze Ibis, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BCE Animals the basket itself is intact

the basket itself is intact and in very good condition overall

Provenance:  Private Maryland collection of a diplomat

piriform body

The surviving section is gently curved and pierced along the upper and lower margins with regularly spaced perforations allowing it to be sewn to a leather or cloth backing for greater comfort

An Egyptian Bronze Ibis, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BCE Animals the basket itself is intactA well cast bronze figure of an ibis shown seated with legs folded beneath the body and the tail feathers resting against the ground. The bird is rendered with an elegantly curved neck and elongated beak, capturing the distinctive profile of the sacred ibis. The figure is mounted upon an integral rectangular base, likely serving as a votive support or attachment element. The surface displays rich dark brown patination with areas of green encrustation