An Egyptian Bronze Ibis, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BCE Animals Despite their modest scale

Despite their modest scale

Traces of the original pigment in red

draped garment and holding a cornucopia

Bean (atnwerle)

An Egyptian Bronze Ibis, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BCE Animals Despite their modest scaleA well cast bronze figure of an ibis shown seated with legs folded beneath the body and the tail feathers resting against the ground. The bird is rendered with an elegantly curved neck and elongated beak, capturing the distinctive profile of the sacred ibis. The figure is mounted upon an integral rectangular base, likely serving as a votive support or attachment element. The surface displays rich dark brown patination with areas of green encrustation