Garden Statue Anubis Appraisal

Anubis the Dog Reconstituted Stone Sculpture

This item is a decorative sculpture titled 'Anubis the Dog (Egyptian),' manufactured by The Revival Art Company in the United Kingdom. Based on the descriptive label, the piece is a modern reproduction inspired by the gold-leafed wooden sculpture discovered in the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun (KV62). It is constructed from reconstituted stone, a high-quality cast material often mixed with resin or cement to mimic natural stone textures. The physical piece appears to feature a gray, granular surface finish consistent with artificial stone. The label provides specific manufacturing details, including the maker's address in Acocks Green, Birmingham, and lists product codes indicating standard sizes of 7.5 inches (19cm) or 12 inches (30cm). Notable for its pedagogical value, the label explains the mythology of Anubis as the god of embalming rituals. The condition reflects minor age-appropriate wear on the adhesive label but suggests a solid, durable construction of the figure itself. This is a contemporary art reproduction, likely from the late 20th or early 21st century, designed for museum-style home decor or as a historical collectible. The craftsmanship involves specialized casting techniques to preserve the intricate anatomical details of the jackal/dog form associated with ancient Egyptian funerary art.