Object Description
A fine ancient Egyptian green faience amulet depicting the wedjat eye, or Eye of Horus. The eye displays the typical silhouette, combining human and falcon ocular imagery. The features of the eye have been stylistically portrayed. Hatched incisions decorate the brow, beneath which the almond-shaped eye and cosmetic line are detailed through small, circular pricks. The same technique adorns the rectangular cheek marking below and curves towards the back of the amulet, ending in a spiral. A raised knob of black faience in the centre of the eye portrays the pupil. The reverse is flat and unworked. The amulet was perforated longitudinally for suspension, now filled.
Date: Circa 664-332 BC
Period: Late Dynastic Period