Ancient Egyptian Authentic Blue Ushabti Tomb Statue // Museum Display

This jaw-dropping collection from RARE-T features a staggering array of authentic artifacts, antiques, meteorites, oddities, skulls, and cruelty-free taxidermy from various eras in history, in rare and luxury form. Each one was acquired in accordance to the import restrictions on archaeological material, which are intended to reduce the incentive for pillage and trafficking of illegal antiquities.

This custom museum display showcases an authentic Ushabti Tomb Statue dating from 664-525 BC, part of the 26th Dynasty. This ancient Egyptian tomb statue features a finely molded Ushabti in mummiform, wearing a tripartite wig and plaited divine beard.

The face is beautifully defined with incised mouth, large almond shaped eyes and faint ears. The arms are crossed on the chest, hands protrude from a shroud to hold a flail in each fist, the right hand also holding a twisted rope connected to an seed sack behind the left shoulder. Horizontal bands of carved hieroglyphic inscriptions cover the lower chest and legs (usually a passage from the Book of the Dead) . It also has shallow dorsal pillar at back.

Ushabti figures were placed in ancient Egyptian tombs in order to serve the deceased in the afterlife. They hold objects (in this case flails and a basket) that they will use to work. It's Protected under plexiglass in a custom museum display to keep it looking pristine, ensuring protection of your investment while allowing you to fully appreciate this piece of collectible ancient history. The customized descriptive metallic plaque, in addition to the detailed finishing, add to the elegant and sophisticated, gallery-quality aesthetic. Complete with a certificate of authenticity, this piece is an exciting investment that will only get better with age.