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Amulet

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This enamelled terracotta amulet represents the djed-pillar, on top of which is an atef-crown. This pillar, which symbolised the backbone of Osiris, served as a ritual object during the mysteries of the god of the dead. In a funerary context, wrapped in the mummy, this amulet served to protect the deceased in the life in the Hereafter.

Present location

KMKG - MRAH [07/003] BRUSSELS

Inventory number

E.5865

Dating

LATE PERIOD

Archaeological Site

UNKNOWN

Category

AMULET

Material

POTTERY

Technique

RELIEF; PAINTED; FAYENCE

Height

13.5 cm

Width

3.6 cm

Depth

1.5 cm

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