Amulet

Amulet

Amulet

Artist: Egypt
Medium: Ceramic
Classification: Costume
Credit Line: Gift of Henry Schnakenberg
Object number: 1963.20.19
DescriptionLion headed god wearing Atef crown of Osiris (two plumes and the white crown of Egypt and short skirt). The left foot is extended, the right behind, in a conventional striding pose. The arms hang straight down at the figure's sides. The back of the amulet is a plinth and continues as the platform on which the figure stands. Only the left side is modeled. Pierced horizontally through the back at shoulder level. Blue - green color.
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