A collection of magic lantern slides in three stained pine cases with leather straps, approx 220 of various sights and attractions in Europe, Russia including Moscow and the British Isles in the 1950s together with some religous colour slides and verse, a number of early 20th century slides of Africa depicting workers and colonial family life; a further tin containing more recent magic lantern slides and four boxes of Positifs sur verre pour le Stereoscope et la Projection "Musee Du Vatican)
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WELLS (H.G), THE ADVENTURES OF TOMMY, first edition, unclipped d.j, Harrap & Co, 1929; LANE (E), trans, THE MAGIC HORSE FROM THE ARABIAN NIGHTS, limited edition, No 204, Gollancz, 1930; LYON (W), THE BRIDGEWATER DAYS, privately published, colour frontis by Dame Laura Knight, Stow-on-the-Wold, 1959; DOBSON (M), illus, HIDEAWAY HAMLET, by Phyllis Megroz, London, Country Life, [1933] - rare; three vintage Hull Museum whaling relics pamphlets and other items (Qty)
Egypt, Alexandria, 1st century BCE to 1st century CE. An alluring terracotta figure depicting the goddess Isis, standing in the nude with arms at her sides, presenting a beautiful visage with naturalistic features and long tresses cascading past her shoulders, topped with an Isis crown comprised of a solar disk framed by cow horns, her chief attribute. Nice remains of red, white, and blue pigments. Custom stand. Size: 7.875" H (20 cm); 8.875" H (22.5 cm) on standIsis is oftentimes depicted in a sheath dress, but in this example the artist elected to depict her in the nude, revealing the ideal of Egyptian womanhood with all her feminine grace. Isis was daughter to Geb, god of the Earth, and Nut, goddess of the Sky, and wife of Osiris. Oftentimes shown as the mother of Horus, she is also known as a protector of children. In addition to being revered as the ideal mother and wife, Isis was revered as the patroness of magic and nature, a supporter of sinners, slaves, and artisans as well as a friend to rulers and the wealthy. Provenance: Ex-Hagar Collection, Ex-private NC collection acquired in the 1980's Condition: Torso/head reattached to lower body. Stable cracks on legs. Small losses to feet and headdress. Expected surface wear with pigment loss; however, nice remains of blue, white, and red pigment have survived. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #119287
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