HIXENBAVGH
ANCIENT ART
An ancient Egyptian blue faience amulet of Jackal headed Duamutef, one of the four sons of Horus. Duamutef was to insure the protection of the stomach in the afterlife.
Late Period, ca. 700-30 BC.
Height: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm).
Intact, excellent condition.
Fine style.
The four sons of Horus were charged with perserving the vital organs of the deceased in the Afterlife.
Confer: Andrews, Carol, "Amulets of Ancient Egypt," 1994, p. 45-46.
Formerly in an American private collection, acquired in 1977.
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC
Egyptian Faience
Amulet of Duamutef
Inv.# 2134
$2,500
