Egyptian Faience Taweret Amulet
Late Period, 664-332 BC. A faience amulet formed as the goddess Taweret in hippopotamus guise, standing on a rectangular base, decorated dorsal pillar, suspension loop above. 6.16 grams, 45mm (1 3/4"). Property of a London gallery; previously with a London art dealer; formerly with S.A.; from a British collection formed in the 1960s-1970s.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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Late Period, 664-332 BC. A faience amulet formed as the goddess Taweret in hippopotamus guise, standing on a rectangular base, decorated dorsal pillar, suspension loop above. 6.16 grams, 45mm (1 3/4"). Property of a London gallery; previously with a London art dealer; formerly with S.A.; from a British collection formed in the 1960s-1970s.
Condition Report: Fine condition.