Egyptian Cobra Statuette
3rd-1st century B.C. A lead-alloy figurine of the sacred uraeus with coiled body, head raised and hood expanded ready to strike; mounted on a custom-made display stand. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, pp.34-5. 42.9 grams total, 61 mm (2 3/8 in.). Ex collection of Louis-Gabriel Bellon (1819-1899), France. [For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price] A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website.]