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| Were ancient Egyptians among the world's first birders? |
AN Egyptian gilt mummy mask sold for 82,550 American dollars at yesterday's auction of antiquities held by Christie's at their saleroom in New York.
Among the prominent features of the mask, reflecting the ancient Egyptians' fascination with birds, are two raptors with human heads.
The price achieved was well above the pre-sale estimate of up to $70,000 dollars.
At the same event, bidding for a bronze and wood scuplture of a Sacred Ibis reached $44,500 before the hammer fell.
This was more than double the pre-sale guide price of $15,000 - $20,000.
The identities of the successful bidders have not been disclosed.
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| Sacred! High hammer price for ibis |
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