Object Description
A very fine and rare, ancient Egyptian lapis lazuli amulet of Anubis in the form of a jackal. The jackal has been rendered stylistically, depicted recumbent on a rectangular plinth, enriched with two raised ridges near the top. His forelegs are laid out in front, with his back legs bent and tucked underneath his curving body. The canine’s long, straight tail extends behind him, trailing down the plinth to the base. The details of the animal’s anatomy and facial features, such as his ribs, long snout, rounded protrusions, representing his eyes, and pointed, pricked ears, are still clearly visible.
The amulet has been mounted on a custom-made stand. Please note that the measurements below include the stand. The amulet alone measures approximately 1.9cm in length, 0.5cm in width, and 1.5cm in height.
Date: Circa 664 – 332 BC
Period: Late Period