Romano-Egyptian, probably Oxyrhunchus — Funerary stele depicting a boy with a bird and a ball — 4e - 5e siècle ap. J.-C.

Exemplaire observé lors de l’intégration au cabinet Antikarts. L’objet est présenté à partir des informations techniques et de provenance communiquées par la source. La photographie est conservée comme preuve d’état au moment du catalogage.

Objet : Funerary stele depicting a boy with a bird and a ball. Matériau : Limestone. Culture : Romano-Egyptian, probably Oxyrhunchus. Période : 4e - 5e siècle ap. J.-C.. Dimensions : 350 mm x 255 mm x 75 mm. État : Good condition with remains of polychromy. Includes a certificate of search in the stolen works of art of Interpol database.

Repères de contexte : Romano-Egyptian, probably Oxyrhunchus. Datation indiquée : 4e - 5e siècle ap. J.-C..

Notice de référence conservée pour étude, comparaison et documentation.

Provenance : Ex Dutch private collection, Maastricht, acquired between 1970 - 1980 This stele, typically made of stone or limestone, would have served as a commemorative or funerary object, a practice deeply rooted in Egyptian culture. The iconography of the boy, bird, and ball is rich with symbolic meaning, representing themes of youth, play, and innocence, as well as connections to both the daily life of the people and the afterlife. The depiction of children in art was relatively rare in ancient Egyptian iconography, but under Roman influence, such depictions became more common, reflecting a shift in the artistic focus towards individual representation and the everyday life of citizens.. Fiche conservée au Musée Antikarts comme référence documentaire. Source documentaire conservée : https://www.yourantiquarian.com/product/romano-egyptian-funerary-stele-depicting-a-boy-with-a-bird-and-a-ball/.