EGYPTIAN FAIENCE SHROUD WITH FOUR SONS OF HORUS

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.
A mummy shroud composed of threaded faience beads arranged in a net pattern, which collectively form a depiction of the deceased's face, a winged scarab, and the four Sons of Horus, namely Imsety, Duamutef, Hapi, and Qebehsenuef. These shrouds were typically draped over the body of the deceased during the mummification process and were believed to provide protection in the afterlife. Restrung. For similar see: The Liverpool Museums, accession number: 7.6.20.60.
Size: 260mm x 136mm; Weight: 67g
Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.