Object Description
A fine Egyptian green glazed faience amulet engraved with geometric designs on its base. The frog is depicted in a stylised resting position with its legs tucked next to the body in a M shape. The protruding eyes of the frog is prominently rendered. The open mouth of the frog is incorporated with the central perforation, merging design with utility. As the amulet is perforated through the middle, it could be strung and worn by its owner. On the underside of this scaraboid amulet is geometric motifs inscribed in relief. These zig-zag lines arranged in an enigmatic and energetic manner could be a stylised depiction of serpents and vaguely reminiscent of the Nazca lines of Peru.
Date: 1550-332 BC
Period: New Kingdom – Late Period