Lot # 8 - Ancient Egyptian Funerary Wooden Model Boat
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
| Start Date/Time: | 17-Jun-2026 7:00:00 PM |
| End Date/Time: | 24-Jun-2026 7:07:00 PM |
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Ancient Egyptian Funerary Wooden Model Boat This object is a hand-painted wooden replica of an ancient Egyptian funerary boat. In ancient Egypt, particularly during the Middle Kingdom (c. 2040–1750 BCE), wealthy individuals placed highly detailed painted wooden models like this in their tombs. They believed these miniature models would magically come to life in the afterlife to serve the deceased. The ends of the boat feature distinct stylized antelope heads—which were sacred symbols meant to protect the vessel on its journey. The figures inside represent rowers utilizing black oars to propel the vessel across the symbolic waters. The central wooden shelter (or baldachin) is designed to shield either the deceased's mummy or a statue of the tomb owner during their symbolic pilgrimage. These boats represented the deceased's final pilgrimage to Abydos (the cult center of Osiris) or symbolized the solar barque traveling through the underworld. Some parts have been broken off and repaired. See pictures for details. Pieces are removable. 13.5”Tx27”Wx4.5”D
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