Bidspirit auction | EGYPTIAN CARNELIAN CAT AMULET

EGYPTIAN CARNELIAN CAT AMULET - Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC. A carnelian cat amulet, finely carved in a seated position with an upright posture. The head features pointed ears and lightly incised facial features. The front legs are close together, extending down to the base, while the hindquarters curve smoothly along the back. A suspension loop is positioned at the back.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, f. 64.Size: 22.3mm x 13.2mm; Weight: 3.17gProvenance: Private London collection; previously French art market 1970s/1980s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.