A Verdant Stone Lion Amulet, Late Period, Egypt, 664-332 B.C.
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Encapsulating the majesty of the lion, this verdant stone amulet from Egypt's Late Period is a testament to the ancient Egyptians' mastery of symbolism in their art. This miniature sculpture, likely worn for protection and strength, showcases the reverence for the lion as a creature of power. The green stone may have been chosen for its color, evocative of fertility and the bounty of the Nile. Delicately carved, this amulet served as a potent personal talisman, imbuing the wearer with the attributes of the king of beasts.
Length: 2.3 cm (0.91 inches)
Width: 1.6 cm (0.63 inches)
Provenance:
Part of the G. Tawadros collection, Cairo, circa 1900.
Gifted to the family of P. Kostas, Alexandria, in 1936.
Keywords:
Late Period Egypt, Stone Lion Amulet, Ancient Egyptian Art, Symbolism, Protective Amulet, Miniature Sculpture, Fertility Symbol, Nile River, Green Stone, Personal Talisman, Power, Strength, Carved Stone, Archeological Artifact, Cultural Artifact, Historical Relic, Egyptian Antiquity, Collectible Amulet.
Length: 2.3 cm (0.91 inches)
Width: 1.6 cm (0.63 inches)
Provenance:
Part of the G. Tawadros collection, Cairo, circa 1900.
Gifted to the family of P. Kostas, Alexandria, in 1936.
Keywords:
Late Period Egypt, Stone Lion Amulet, Ancient Egyptian Art, Symbolism, Protective Amulet, Miniature Sculpture, Fertility Symbol, Nile River, Green Stone, Personal Talisman, Power, Strength, Carved Stone, Archeological Artifact, Cultural Artifact, Historical Relic, Egyptian Antiquity, Collectible Amulet.
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A Verdant Stone Lion Amulet, Late Period, Egypt, 664-332 B.C.
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