Egyptian Faience Amulet of Shu

Object Description

An Ancient Egyptian amulet in the form of the god Shu, made from a turquoise faience. He is depicted kneeling on a rectangular base, with both of his arms raised to hold a sun disk over his head, a common depiction of the god. The deity has been rendered in a highly stylistic manner, very schematically, with rectangular knees and crude facial features. He is supported by a column behind him, perforated horizontally for suspension.

Circa 664-332 BC

Object History

From the H.M. Barker private collection, England, U.K.

Object Condition

Very fine condition. Slight earthly encrustations to the surface. Minor chips, surface pitting, and discolouration as consistent with its age. Remnants of a blue adhesive used for mounting by previous owner to the reverse.

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