Egyptian Turquoise-Glazed Faience Amulet of Shu

Object Description

A very fine, ancient Egyptian faience amulet of the god Shu, featuring a striking turquoise-blue glaze. The god is depicted kneeling down on one knee, on an integrated plinth. Both arms are raised to depict him holding up the heavens, whilst within his hands is a sun-disc. He also wears a tripartite wig on his head. The god’s facial features are worn but still visible, with evidence of rounded eyes, a protruding nose and a small mouth. A flat, vertical dorsal column features on the reverse. The amulet is perforated horizontally for suspension.

Date: Circa 664-332 BC
Period: Late Period

Object History

Ex. Early 20th Century collection, AB, UK, passed by descent.

Object Condition

Very fine. Some wear and minor earthy encrustations to the surface, consistent with age.

Object Details