Ancient Egyptian Glazed Steatite Cowroid with Papyrus Stems

Object Description

A rounded turquoise-glazed steatite cowroid, originating from Ancient Egypt and featuring a domed obverse and a decorated reverse. The underside has been incised with three-stemmed papyrus plants, placed symmetrically above one another. A dividing line has been placed horizontally, separating each stemmed motif.

The cowroid has been pierced longitudinally for suspension.

Date: Circa 1550 – 1070 BC
Period: New Kingdom

Object History

Ex private UK collection, Cambridge, Mr. S. collection.

Object Condition

Fine condition. Beautiful glaze remaining.

Object Details