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Egypt
Ape sacred to Thoth
Faience, wood | 2.7 x 1.0 x 1.3 cm (excluding base/stand) | RCIN 84052
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Green faiance amulet figure from Luxor, representing ape sacred to Thoth; a human body with an ape's head, the figure seated with its hands resting on its knees. Sun disc on head. There is a hole pierced in the back of the head. Mounted on a black wooden base with three other pieces.
Provenance
Acquired in Thebes by HRH Prince Arthur, 1875.
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Faience, wood
Measurements
2.7 x 1.0 x 1.3 cm (excluding base/stand)
4.2 x 11.0 x 2.5 cm (including base/stand)
Category
Place of Production
Thebes [Ancient Egypt]
