11597. EGYPTIAN GOLD MUMMY MASK, 1st millennium BC. 15 h x 15 w x 12 d inches. A truly exceptional mummy mask with detailed designs in gold leaf and gesso on embossed linen. Of very rare 3-dimensional form with head protruding naturally forward from the neck. Finely detailed with embossed eyes, eyelids, nose, mouth, ears, uraeus diadem, and lotus blossom crown with large embossed scarab pushing a solar disk. Fine geometric and figural designs throughout. In excellent condition with minor museum quality repair. Comes with professional museum quality stand. Provenance: The European antiquities market. Recently imported into the US where it was inspected and cleared by US customs thus legally in the country. Price on request.