--- title: "Egyptian Ushabti (Shabti) Figurine - Late Period (c. 664–332 BC) | Curiosa.com" description: "Faience ushabti funerary figurine displaying a pale blue-gray glaze characteristic of the Late Period. The object features a vertical column of incised hiero..." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Product", "name": "Egyptian Ushabti (Shabti) Figurine - Late Period (c. 664–332 BC)", "description": "Faience ushabti funerary figurine displaying a pale blue-gray glaze characteristic of the Late Period. The object features a vertical column of incised hieroglyphic text along the frontal plane, with a dorsal pillar visible at the rear. The hands are crossed over the chest, likely holding an agricultural implement such as a hoe or pick, though surface wear has softened the relief details. 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The object features a vertical column of incised hieroglyphic text along the frontal plane, with a dorsal pillar visible at the rear. The hands are crossed over the chest, likely holding an agricultural implement such as a hoe or pick, though surface wear has softened the relief details. The base terminates in a standard plinth, and the anatomical modeling remains simplified, typical of mass-produced funerary offerings from the 26th through 30th Dynasties. Compare with other relics in the archive: [Boy Scouts of America Fleur-de-lis Whistle](https://curiosa.com/archive/relics/antique-metal-whistle-with-fleur-de-lis-motif), [Catholic Donor Recognition Broadside - Early 20th Century Lithograph](https://curiosa.com/archive/relics/catholic-donor-recognition-broadside), [Mid-19th Century Plantation Slave Ledger Page](https://curiosa.com/archive/relics/enslaved-persons-plantation-ledger). ## SCARCITY Average 55-70% Common Legendary Typical antique shop fare. Requires some searching but regularly available. This is where most genuine antiques fall. Rarity 4/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 5 relics items at rarity 4 or higher. ### Typical Characteristics - Standard antique shop items - Regularly available - Moderate collector interest ### AUTHENTICITY CONFIDENCE Uncertain (45% confidence) #### Confidence Factors - High prevalence of professionally aged cast reproductions in the Egyptian souvenir market - Hieroglyphs appear somewhat crudely incised compared to known 26th Dynasty workshop standards - The lack of provenance documentation increases the risk of modern manufacture Expert review recommended. Consider consulting a specialist before making purchasing decisions. [How does authenticity detection work?](/fake-art-detection) ## HISTORIAN'S ASSESSMENT Archaeological Antiquities Specialist Antiquities Expert The object displays the correct morphological traits for a Late Period ushabti, but the high volume of forgeries in this category requires visual inspection of manufacturing seams and better textual clarity to exceed a 0.72 confidence level. ### KEY EVIDENCE - 1 Presence of a dorsal pillar, a characteristic diagnostic feature of Late Period ushabtis. - 2 Glaze color and composition consistent with 1st millennium BC Egyptian faience. - 3 Hieroglyphic layout follows the standard Late Period T-shaped or column configuration. - 4 Visible calcification on the surface suggests genuine burial patina. ### UNCERTAINTIES - • The clarity of the hieroglyphs is unusually poor, potentially indicating a mold-cast imitation rather than hand-carved script. - • Uniformity of the surface wear may suggest chemical aging. ### WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY - → Obtain a sharp, high-resolution photograph of the hierarchical text for translation and script analysis. - → Check for a seam line along the sides which would indicate a modern mold cast. - → Consult local cultural property laws regarding the 1970 UNESCO Convention and 1983 Egyptian Protection Law. COLLECTOR GLOSSARY (2 terms) ## CONDITION & GRADE ### Condition Significant surface abrasions and loss of glaze definition, particularly on the facial features and inscribed text. Visible break or structural weakness along the lower plinth area, common in excavated ceramic antiquities. ### Weight & feel Estimated weight of 45-80 grams based on its approximate 10-12 cm height and dense silicious core. ## HISTORICAL ARTIFACT VALUATION $150 - $650 Updated: May 10, 2026 How we estimate value ### Who buys this Private collectors of Egyptian antiquities and institutional teaching collections searching for representative Late Period specimens. ### What increases value - • Readable hieroglyphic text referencing the owner's name and title - • Intact glaze color density - • Known provenance from a mid-20th century collection (e.g., Sotheby's or Christie's sales post-1970) ### What lowers value - • Lack of legal export permits or known find-spot documentation - • Modern repairs to the foot or head that are obscured by dirt ### What makes top-tier examples - • Exceptionally crisp carving of the face and hands - • Royal titles within the hieroglyphs - • A deep, 'royal blue' cobalt glaze ### Grade & condition Completeness of the figurine, legibility of the Spell 6 text, and vibrancy of the faience glaze. ### Rarity & demand Average Moderate demand Moderate liquidity [Browse similar relics objects](/archive/relics) For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal. ## FROM THE CABINET OF [BR ](/cabinet/bruinsma) [ ### bruinsma ](/cabinet/bruinsma) The Connoisseur • 59 items [View Full Cabinet](/cabinet/bruinsma) ### COMMENTS No comments yet. 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