{"product_id":"ancient-egyptian-hathor-amulet-greco-roman-carved-figurines","title":"Ancient Egyptian Hathor Amulet \u0026 Greco-Roman Carved Figurines (3) | Circa 664 BCE – 300 CE","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ancient Egypt and Eastern Mediterranean\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faience, stone, and carved mineral composition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Egyptian Late Period to Roman Period, circa 664 BCE – 300 CE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis intriguing group comprises three ancient archaeological artifacts mounted within a modern acrylic display. The collection includes an Egyptian amulet depicting the goddess Hathor, accompanied by two carved miniature figurines believed to originate from the broader Greco-Roman world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first piece is a finely carved amulet representing the goddess Hathor in bovine form. Hathor was one of the most important deities in ancient Egyptian religion, associated with motherhood, protection, music, fertility, and divine kingship. The amulet retains a suspension perforation, indicating it was originally worn as a personal devotional object or protective talisman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second artifact is a carved stone figurine depicting a recumbent lion. Throughout the ancient Mediterranean world, lions served as symbols of strength, guardianship, and royal authority. Small representations such as this were often used as decorative, votive, or protective objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe third artifact depicts a stylized human head with carefully rendered facial features and a distinctive coiffure or wreath-like hairstyle. The sculpture displays characteristics commonly associated with Hellenistic and Roman portraiture traditions and may represent a deity, noble individual, or decorative architectural element from the Greco-Roman period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these three artifacts illustrate the diverse artistic and religious traditions of the ancient Mediterranean world. Mounted in a custom display, they form an attractive study collection highlighting the cultural exchange and craftsmanship of antiquity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Collection of three authentic ancient artifacts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Includes Egyptian Hathor amulet pendant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Carved stone lion figurine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Greco-Roman style carved human head fragment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Professionally mounted in custom acrylic display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Represents multiple ancient Mediterranean cultures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Excellent educational and display collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Attractive presentation ready for exhibition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three artifacts are ancient and exhibit expected age-related wear, surface weathering, minor losses, and encrustation consistent with archaeological excavation and long-term burial. The pieces are securely mounted within a modern acrylic display case. Overall condition remains stable and suitable for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 2.5 in\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 4 in\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 1.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1,725–2,690 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a private Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA collection formed during the late 20th century. The collector specialized in ancient Egyptian and Classical antiquities, assembling a diverse collection of archaeological artifacts, amulets, and carved objects representing the civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean world. This group remained in the collection for many years before being acquired by Relic \u0026amp; Rarity, where it is now offered together with its custom display mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn about \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hathor\" title=\"Hathor – Ancient Egyptian Goddess\"\u003eHathor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Egyptian goddess of motherhood, protection, fertility, and divine kingship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView a comparable \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/harvardartmuseums.org\/collections\/object\/312250\" title=\"Ancient Egyptian Lion Amulet – Harvard Art Museums\"\u003elion amulet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and explore the symbolism of lions as guardians and protectors in the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the artistic traditions of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/essays\/retrospective-styles-in-greek-and-roman-sculpture\" title=\"Greek and Roman Sculpture – The Metropolitan Museum of Art\"\u003eGreek and Roman portrait sculpture.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/early-civilizations\" title=\"Early Civilizations Collection – Relic \u0026amp; Rarity\"\u003eCollection of Early Civilizations Artifacts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54847934562626,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/ancient-egyptian-hathor-amulet-greco-roman-artifact-group.png?v=1782231313","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/es\/products\/ancient-egyptian-hathor-amulet-greco-roman-carved-figurines","provider":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}