Ancient Egyptian Bronze Osiris Figure, 26th to 31st Dynasty, c. 664 to 332 BC

An ancient Egyptian bronze figure depicting Osiris, God of the dead and ruler of the underworld, represented in his traditional mummiform form.

The deity stands with his arms bent across his chest, holding the crook (heka) and flail (nekhakha), symbols of divine authority and kingship. A false beard rests against his chest, while his head is surmounted by the Atef crown, incorporating the royal uraeus cobra. 
At the bottom of the figure, an original integral cast attachment pin is present, likely used to mount the Osiris to an ancient wooden base or box. 

The figure displays a rich, uncleaned surface patina, providing a distinctive appearance to the bronze.

Specimen Details:  

Period: 26th to 31st Dynasty, c. 664 to 332 BC

Size: 75mm Long 

Condition: Intact, featuring an uncleaned archeological patina. Surface concretions and ancient corrosion. Minor professional repair to neck and midsection. Integral attachment pin at base slighly bent in antiquity. 

Provenance:  Ex Bristol Family private collection, formed c.1900-1910 and subsequently passed by descent.  
Offered at an estate sale held at the former family residence, along with the rest of the collection, 2025.  
Acquired by Mr C, a private collector based in Bristol, at the aforementioned estate sale, 2025. 
Subsequently acquired from Mr C, 2026.

Comparable specimens: 

Accession number 1961.202.175 - National museums Liverpool, World museum.

Inventory number: E 33260 - Louvre Museum, Department of Egyptian Antiquities.