Bidspirit auction | EGYPTIAN RED JASPER AMULET OF

EGYPTIAN RED JASPER AMULET OF ISIS - Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A red jasper amulet of the goddess Isis in an upright posture. The figure is depicted wearing a tripartite wig with defined lappets resting on her shoulders. The facial features are clearly outlined, including large eyes, a broad nose, and a small mouth. The body is slender, with the arms held close to the sides and the hands clenched into fists. The torso displays a subtle indication of the figure’s anatomy, including the waistline and hips. The lower half features a straight, columnar skirt extending to the base. The feet are distinctly defined, positioned side-by-side on an integrated rectangular plinth. The reverse shows a vertical back pillar inscribed with hieroglyphs, extending from the back of the head to the base.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number EA60921.Size: 45mm x 15mm; Weight: 9.5gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.