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LOT 77:
EGYPTIAN FAIENCE AMULET OF TAWARET
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EGYPTIAN FAIENCE AMULET OF TAWARET
Late Period, Ca. 664-332 BC.A glazed composition amulet of the goddess Tawaret, depicted standing with arms at her pregnant belly, on a base with a back pillar. It has a suspension hole, suggesting it served as a protective talisman. Tawaret, an ancient Egyptian goddess was associated with fertility and protection. Her unique appearance consisted of blending attributes of a hippopotamus, woman, and crocodile. For a similar, please see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 74.51.4486. Size: 40mm x 11mm; Weight: 4g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.
