Object Description
An Egyptian red hardstone amulet of an ox, his feet bound. The amulet has a large ovoid body, tapering inwards slightly to represent a thick neck. An outline of the animals features has been constructed, with small protruding horns and a rectangular-set snout. This type of amulet is known as a trussed ox, based on the bounded hooves. The amulet is made in a red hardstone, imitating red jasper; black and white marbling running through the vibrant stone. The amulet is attached to a perspex stand.
Length measurements apply to the amulet alone.
Date: Circa 664 – 332 BC
Period: Late Period