Egyptian Steatite Scarab Dedicated to Amun-Re

GBP 800.00

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Object Description

A large, steatite scarab dedicated to the sun god, Amun-Re. The obverse features a stylised head and clypeus, formed from gentle moulding and incised lines. The prothorax and elytra are formed from slightly curving linear marks. The reverse is detailed with solar imagery. Within the centre of the scene is a triangular-topped obelisk, with two flanking figures. Portrayed as a Baboon, wearing a crescent moon upon his head, the scarab depicts the god Thoth prostrating before the obelisk. A simplified solar barque hieroglyph has been placed to the top of the scene, to represent the god Amun-Re. A thick, rope-like band encircles the scene. The amulet is pierced longitudinally for suspension. An exceptionally large example.

Date: Circa 664 – 332 BC
Period: Late Period

Object History

Ex Mustaki collection and Charles Ede Gallery, 1990’s

Object Condition

Very fine. Clear hieroglyphs and incised detailing. Small chip to the reverse. Exceptionally large example.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:2.4 x H:3.3 centimeters

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St James's Ancient Art
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