Votive Bronze Figure of the Egyptian God Osiris

This exquisite votive bronze figure depicts the Egyptian god Osiris, showcasing finely detailed facial features and utensils. The figure boasts a beautiful patina, in the colours of green and dark grey. Bronze was introduced to Egypt during the Middle Kingdom, but significant bronze production began in the Late Dynastic period, especially from the Saite period (664 BC) onwards. This era saw a rapid increase in the production of votive figures, including Osiris, Harpokrates, and Isis with the infant Horus, all cast using the "lost wax" method.

Age & Culture: 750 - 332 BC, Late Period.

Literature Reference: Ede C., Collecting Antiquities.

Provenance: Ex. deceased estate, Copenhagen.

Dimensions without platform:

• Height: 9.4 cm
• Width: 2.8 cm
• Height of platform: 2.3 cm