Lot 165

Pair of Egyptian Late Dynastic Faience Bead Necklaces

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Pair of Egyptian Late Dynastic Faience Bead Necklaces
Pair of Egyptian Late Dynastic Faience Bead Necklaces
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Pair of Egyptian Late Dynastic Faience Bead Necklaces

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

Starting Bid: $400

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by Artemis Fine Arts
June 5, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
686 S. Taylor Avenue
Suite 108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

Egypt, Late Dynastic Period, 26th to 30th Dynasty, ca. 664 to 332 BCE. A harmonious pairing of ancient color and modern craftsmanship, this lot of two necklaces brings together authentic Egyptian Late Dynastic beads newly restrung for contemporary wear. Each necklace is composed of numerous small disc and tubular beads in warm shades of terracotta, rose, and muted earth tones. The beads, likely fashioned from faience and related materials typical of the period, were originally produced using molded and kiln-fired techniques that gave ancient Egyptian jewelry its distinctive matte surface and enduring vibrancy. Such beads once adorned the necks of men, women, and even mummies, serving not only as ornament but as markers of status, protection, and rebirth. Now carefully arranged on modern strands and fitted with metal clasps, both necklaces are fully wearable while preserving the integrity and visual rhythm of the ancient components. Size of longer necklace: 18.25" L (46.4 cm)

One example is arranged in layered drapes that create a cascading effect across the chest, while the other incorporates looping segments that add movement and sculptural interest. These necklaces offer a tangible connection to the final centuries of pharaonic Egypt, when traditional bead forms continued to flourish even as the Nile Valley stood on the threshold of the Hellenistic world.

Provenance: Collection of Y. Kayvan, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from a Los Angeles, California, USA gallery acquisition dates range from the late 1990s to 2005

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Item # 201171

  • Condition: Excellent. Ancient beads strung on modern strands with metal clasps to be wearable. Some weathering, nicks, and abrasions to beads, but, otherwise, excellent presentation.

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$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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