EGA report examines the sales of Egyptian antiquities at international auctions in 2022, highlighting both the most and least expensive items sold. The most expensive artifact was a large bronze statue of the goddess Isis holding Horus, dating back to the 25th and 26th Dynasties (750–525 BC), which sold for £126,000 despite an estimate of £100,000 to £150,000. This statue is noted for its artistic significance and similarity to one in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. On the other end, a canopic jar from 1550–1425 BC sold for $17,640, below its $20,000–$30,000 estimate. Canopic jars were essential in mummification rituals, used to store organs before burial.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual overview of auction results for Egyptian antiquities without taking a stance on any political issue. It focuses on historical and cultural aspects rather than contemporary political debates, policies, or figures.
