Asta Bidspirit | RARE EGYPTIAN PORPHYRITIC STONE BOWL

RARE EGYPTIAN PORPHYRITIC STONE BOWL - Early Dynastic Period, Ca. 2800 - 2300 BC.A stunning Egyptian porphyritic stone bowl in a traditional form of the period. This patella bowl is mesmerising due to the cut and polish of the stone. The black stone reveals a beautiful pattern when held to the light. The bowl has a hemispherical base with a blackened appearance, which supports the bowl of the cup. For similar see: Christie's, Liva Auction, 1561, Antiquities, Lot. 1.Size: 50mm x 20mm; Weight: 20gProvenance: Property of a central London gallery, acquired on the US art market; Ex. NYC collection. Ex. Edward H. Merrin Gallery, NYC, 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.