Ancient Egyptian Glazed Turquoise Faience Amulet of Shu

Object Description

An ancient Egyptian moulded faience amulet of the god Shu, featuring a striking blue glaze. The god is depicted kneeling down on one knee with the other bent, on an integrated plinth. Both arms are raised with palms facing forwards. The god’s facial features are worn but still visible, with evidence of inset eyes, a protruding nose and a small mouth. A flat, vertical dorsal column features on the reverse. The amulet is perforated horizontally beneath the arms for suspension.

Date: Circa 664-332 BC
Period: Late Period

Object History

Ex English collection, AB, acquired 1920s-40, passed by descent.

Object Condition

Very fine. Some wear and minor earthy encrustations to the surface.

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