1976 MMA Metropolitan Museum King Tut Gold Electroplate Copper Relief Plaque For Sale

Bring home a piece of the original King Tut museum-exhibition phenomenon.Vintage 1976 Metropolitan Museum of Art “Treasures of Tutankhamun” exhibition-era relief plaque, officially marked “MMA © 1976” along the lower edge.This detailed museum reproduction is modeled after a repoussé-style gold panel from King Tutankhamun’s golden shrine. The relief depicts the ceremonial scene of Tutankhamun and Queen Ankhesenamun, surrounded by Egyptian hieroglyphs, royal cartouches, and traditional Egyptian imagery.Crafted from copper with 24-karat gold electroplate, the metal relief is mounted on a raw-silk-covered wooden presentation plaque. It is a striking piece of 1970s Egyptian Revival décor and a wonderful collectible connected to the celebrated “Treasures of Tutankhamun” museum exhibition era.Unlike a modern decorative reproduction, this is a period Metropolitan Museum of Art collectible with the original 1976 MMA date mark. The gold-toned surface has beautiful age, depth, and detail that stands out in changing light.DETAILS:
• Officially marked: MMA © 1976
• Subject: Tutankhamun and Ankhesenamun
• Material: Copper relief with 24K gold electroplate
• Mount: Raw-silk-covered wood plaque
• Overall measurements: Approximately 13 5/8” x 8 1/2”
• Metal relief measurements: Approximately 9 3/4” x 5 5/8”
• No acrylic presentation cover includedCONDITION:
Attractive vintage condition with light surface wear, age-related patina, and minor imperfections consistent with age and prior display. Please carefully review all photos, including close-ups of the relief, silk-covered mount, edges, back, and “MMA © 1976” mark, as they are part of the description. You will receive the exact item pictured.A beautiful and uncommon display piece for collectors of Metropolitan Museum of Art memorabilia, King Tut/Tutankhamun collectibles, Egyptian art, museum reproductions, archaeology décor, or 1970s Egyptian Revival design.