Description:

Ancient Egypt, Late Dynastic Period, 26th to 31st Dynasty, ca. 664 to 332 BCE. A mold-formed faience amulet depicting Thoth, the ibis-headed god of writing, mathematics, and other intellectual pursuits. Thoth's complex and diverse attributes made him a respected and integral deity within Egyptian mythology and religious practices. His influence extended from matters of intellectual pursuit to cosmic order, and he remains a symbol of wisdom, knowledge, and the intricate connections between different aspects of existence in ancient Egyptian belief systems. Size: 0.4" L x 0.3" W x 1.25" H (1 cm x 0.8 cm x 3.2 cm); 2.4" H (6.1 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: Collection of Dr. W. Benson Harer, Los Angeles, California, USA; ex-Philip Mitry collection, noted antiquarian in Egypt, prior to 1951

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#180924

  • Condition: Light earthen deposits, minor pitting in scattered areas, and slight fading to glaze, otherwise intact and very good. Nice preservation to overall form.

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