Partial Statuette of a Hippo Goddess
This amulet, molded in bright turquoise faience, probably represents the hippo goddess who during the later periods of Egyptian history is called Taweret. Although broken below the belly, this example is well-made, sharing details that allow for easy identification of this goddess, one whose role is to protect people. Its small size and characteristics are typical of late Pharaonic examples depicting this deity.
Artwork Details
- Title:Partial Statuette of a Hippo Goddess
- Period:Late Period or later
- Date:ca. 664–332 B.C.
- Geography:From Egypt
- Medium:Faience
- Dimensions:H. 2.6 × W. 0.9 × D. 1.3 cm (1 × 3/8 × 1/2 in.)
- Credit Line:Bequest of Nanette B. Kelekian, 2020
- Object Number:2021.41.29
- Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art
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332–30 BCE
332–30 BCE
332–30 BCE
550–300 B.C.
ca. 945–600 BCE
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