Ancient Egypt, Third Intermediate Period Faience green glazed multiple Wedjat amulet, 148 mm -EX-PIERRE BERGÉ

This multiple udjat eye amulet, pierced for suspension, was worn as a pendant to protect its bearer against misfortunes Four eyes are displayed on each side of the amulet. The Wedjat/Udjat or Eye of Horus is an ancient Egyptian symbol for protection, nobility and good health. The story of this symbol is linked to Egyptian mythology according to which, Horus lost his eye fighting his uncle Seth in the battles to regain the throne of Egypt. However, the god of science and magic, Thoth, found the eye pieces and recomposed them so that Horus could offer them to Osiris to eat and he could resurrect. *One of the eyes is incomplete Provenance: Pierre Bergé, Paris, France, 2006 Statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days. Important: For destinations out of Spanish territorry: all our object will be shipped after obtaining CERTIFICATE OF EXPORTATION by Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4-8 weeks. Due to Switzerland customs regulations about antiques over 100 years old, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland