Bidspirit auction | GROUP OF EGYPTIAN FAIENCE AMULETS
GROUP OF EGYPTIAN FAIENCE AMULETS DEPICTING AMUN - Ca. 1550 - 332 BC. A collection of faience amulets in the shape of a ram, representing the god Amun. The first amulet features a ram's head, characterised by curved horns and a round crown. The second amulet depicts a recumbent ram with a raised head and includes a suspension loop for attachment. The third amulet showcases a standing ram with a raised head. All pieces are crafted in blue-green faience. For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994. For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994. Size: 16-32mm x 17-19mm; Weight: 11g. Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.