Beschreibung : Late Period, Ca. 664-332 BC. An amulet of the goddess Taweret in turquoise faience. Depicted as a hippopotamus with pendulous breasts and a pregnant belly, she has feline limbs, possibly from a lion, and a long tail symbolising a Nile crocodile. Her posture is forward-striding, typical of amulets, and it features a large suspension loop on top. For similar see: Carol Andrews, Amulets of Ancient Egypt (London, British Museum Press, 1994), p. 10, 36, 40-41. Size: L:29.3mm / W:7mm , 1.85g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman, formerly acquired in early 2000s, previously in 1970s UK collection.
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Über das Lot Chargen- 141 Titel : Egyptian Faience Amulet, EPOCHE : 1994 Apollo Art Auctions, Auktionator, London, UK🔓Keine Kreditkarte nötig. Verkaufstitel : FINE ANCIENT ART & ANTIQUITIES Verkaufsdatum : 05/11/2023🔓Keine Kreditkarte nötig. Auktionsreferenz : Live Sale