Description : [ Judeo - Christian and Antiquities ] EGYPTIAN USHABTI Ca. 700-600 BC From the 25th-26th Dynasty, this ancient buff color miniature sarcophagus figurine, 3in in length is constructed of faience ( ceramic), a forerunner of ancient glass. These statues were placed in tombs to be used as servants in the afterlife to work in the fields and do manual labor. It was believed they came to life when the deceased was reborn. One was interred for each day of the Egyptian calendar year. Smaller figures ere generally made for those of lower rank or social status. Accompanied by wood cube stand with museum tack or mounting putty for support.
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