{"product_id":"ancient-egyptian-blue-faience-protective-deity-figure-circa-664-30-b-c","title":"Ancient Egyptian | Blue Faience Protective Deity Figure | Circa 664–30 B.C.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Egypt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue-green glazed Egyptian faience\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Period to Ptolemaic Period, circa 664–30 B.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA finely preserved Ancient Egyptian faience amulet depicting the protective dwarf deity Bes, rendered in the distinctive turquoise-blue glaze characteristic of Egyptian faience objects. The figure is shown frontally with a broad head, squat body, and stylized limbs—iconographic traits that define representations of Bes throughout the Late Period of Egyptian art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amulet features molded facial and torso details and retains much of its original blue-green glaze, with areas of earthen encrustation and mineral deposits consistent with burial and age. A small perforation through the body indicates it was originally intended to be suspended as a protective charm, likely worn as jewelry or attached to garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBes was among the most beloved protective deities in Ancient Egypt, associated with household protection, childbirth, music, and warding off evil spirits. Amulets depicting the god were commonly worn for personal protection and were especially popular during the Late Period and Ptolemaic eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Ancient Egyptian faience amulet representing the deity Bes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Distinctive turquoise-blue glazed surface typical of Egyptian faience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Stylized frontal depiction with squat body and wide head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Suspension perforation for wearing as a protective charm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Rich archaeological patina and mineral deposits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Mounted on a modern display stand for presentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBes was one of the most recognizable protective deities of ancient Egyptian religion. Unlike many Egyptian gods depicted in profile, Bes was almost always shown frontally, emphasizing his role as a guardian figure confronting evil directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was associated with protecting households, women in childbirth, and children. Because of his protective nature, Bes amulets were commonly worn as personal talismans to ward off harmful spirits and misfortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient condition with surface wear, mineral encrustations, and minor glaze loss consistent with age and burial. Suspension hole intact. Structurally stable and mounted for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 0.50 in\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 0.50 in\u003cbr\u003eMounted on modern display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2,000–2,600 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nExamine a comparable Faience Amulet of Bes in the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brooklynmuseum.org\/objects\/38538\" title=\"Egyptian Faience Amulet of Bes – Brooklyn Museum\"\u003eBrooklyn Museum collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nBrowse our curated \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/ancient-egyptian-mummies-artifacts\" title=\"Ancient Egyptian Artifacts Collection – Relic \u0026amp; Rarity\"\u003eAncient Egyptian Artifacts Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic and Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52550467748162,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/ancient-egyptian-faience-bes-amulet-late-period.png?v=1774117298","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/products\/ancient-egyptian-blue-faience-protective-deity-figure-circa-664-30-b-c","provider":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}