Sculpture 'Egyptian palette in the shape of a fish', bronze
€590.00
Product number:
32315203339
Product information "Sculpture 'Egyptian palette in the shape of a fish', bronze"
To grind and apply their ingredients for facial or body cosmetics, the Ancient Egyptians used round or rectangular cosmetic pallets made of slate. The shapes evolved and became more sophisticated around the Protohistoric period, culminating in shield-shaped pallets. In the 4th millennium BC, they seem to have taken on a different function and were transformed into decorative and commemorative objects. Original: Slate, Egypt, around 3500 BC, Musée du Louvre, Paris. Replica in bronze with fine patination, on a marble base. With certificate of authenticity. Size including base 19.5 x 3.7 x 18 cm (h/w/d). Weight approx. 1.1 kg.