Ancient Egyptian | Faience Amulet of a Seated Deity | Circa 664–332 BCE

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Side profile of seated Sekhmet amulet displaying carved details and patina.
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Detailed shot of ancient Sekhmet amulet showing facial carving and body posture.
Back view of small seated Egyptian goddess figurine with smooth surface wear.
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  • Ancient Egyptian seated Sekhmet amulet carved in stone, front view.
  • 360-degree view of an ancient Egyptian seated faience deity amulet with green-blue patina on a white background.
  • Side profile of seated Sekhmet amulet displaying carved details and patina.
  • Small carved Egyptian deity figure with lioness head, seated pose, handheld size.
  • Detailed shot of ancient Sekhmet amulet showing facial carving and body posture.
  • Back view of small seated Egyptian goddess figurine with smooth surface wear.
  • Ancient Egyptian protective deity sculpture in seated position, miniature amulet.
Ancient Egyptian seated Sekhmet amulet carved in stone, front view.
360-degree view of an ancient Egyptian seated faience deity amulet with green-blue patina on a white background.
Side profile of seated Sekhmet amulet displaying carved details and patina.
Small carved Egyptian deity figure with lioness head, seated pose, handheld size.
Detailed shot of ancient Sekhmet amulet showing facial carving and body posture.
Back view of small seated Egyptian goddess figurine with smooth surface wear.
Ancient Egyptian protective deity sculpture in seated position, miniature amulet.

Ancient Egyptian | Faience Amulet of a Seated Deity | Circa 664–332 BCE

Description
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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Egypt
Period: Late Period to Ptolemaic Period, circa 664–332 BCE
Material: Turquoise-green faience with surface aging and minor encrustation.

Description
This beautifully preserved faience amulet depicts a seated Egyptian deity, rendered in the classic turquoise-green glaze associated with Late Period craftsmanship. The figure displays a refined vertical stance with a distinct headdress and faintly modeled facial and garment details, all softened by centuries of devotional handling and burial.

Amulets like this were worn on the body or placed within mummy wrappings to invoke divine protection, rebirth, and spiritual guidance. Their luminous blue-green hue symbolized regeneration and was closely tied to the sacred powers of deities such as Osiris, Hathor, and other protective figures in the Egyptian pantheon.

Features

- Distinct turquoise and deep green faience patina

- Seated figure in traditional Egyptian pose

- Clearly defined headdress and body contouring

- Surface mineralization and burial deposits confirming age

- Compact size suitable for display or jewelry integration

Cultural Significance
Faience amulets were central to Egyptian religious practice. Their radiant color represented eternal life, fertility, and divine favor, making them essential in both daily devotion and funerary rites. As symbolic conduits to the gods, these amulets protected individuals in life and continued safeguarding them into the afterlife.

Condition
Excellent preservation for age.
Minor surface loss and encrustation typical of archaeological faience.
No evidence of modern restoration.

Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 1.75 in
Width: 0.5 in

Age
Circa 664–332 BCE
(Late Period – Ptolemaic)

Learn More

Explore the materials, symbolism, and craftsmanship behind ancient Egyptian faience: Egyptian Faience: Technology & Production – The Met Museum

Browse our curated collection of authentic Egyptian artifacts, funerary objects, and devotional pieces: Ancient Egyptian Mummies & Artifacts – Relic And Rarity

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Egypt
Period: Late Period to Ptolemaic Period, circa 664–332 BCE
Material: Turquoise-green faience with surface aging and minor encrustation.

Description
This beautifully preserved faience amulet depicts a seated Egyptian deity, rendered in the classic turquoise-green glaze associated with Late Period craftsmanship. The figure displays a refined vertical stance with a distinct headdress and faintly modeled facial and garment details, all softened by centuries of devotional handling and burial.

Amulets like this were worn on the body or placed within mummy wrappings to invoke divine protection, rebirth, and spiritual guidance. Their luminous blue-green hue symbolized regeneration and was closely tied to the sacred powers of deities such as Osiris, Hathor, and other protective figures in the Egyptian pantheon.

Features

- Distinct turquoise and deep green faience patina

- Seated figure in traditional Egyptian pose

- Clearly defined headdress and body contouring

- Surface mineralization and burial deposits confirming age

- Compact size suitable for display or jewelry integration

Cultural Significance
Faience amulets were central to Egyptian religious practice. Their radiant color represented eternal life, fertility, and divine favor, making them essential in both daily devotion and funerary rites. As symbolic conduits to the gods, these amulets protected individuals in life and continued safeguarding them into the afterlife.

Condition
Excellent preservation for age.
Minor surface loss and encrustation typical of archaeological faience.
No evidence of modern restoration.

Dimensions (Approximate)
Height: 1.75 in
Width: 0.5 in

Age
Circa 664–332 BCE
(Late Period – Ptolemaic)

Learn More

Explore the materials, symbolism, and craftsmanship behind ancient Egyptian faience: Egyptian Faience: Technology & Production – The Met Museum

Browse our curated collection of authentic Egyptian artifacts, funerary objects, and devotional pieces: Ancient Egyptian Mummies & Artifacts – Relic And Rarity

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