Advanced Search
Advanced Search

Amulet of seated god

Egyptian

Medium/Technique Stone
Dimensions Overall: 1.9 cm (3/4 in.)
Credit Line Hay Collection—Gift of C. Granville Way
Accession Number72.1333
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentAmulets

DescriptionThis amulet of a seated god has a loop at the back for suspension. It is in perfect condition with a slight polish. It is varied shades of brown in color.
ProvenanceBy 1836: Robert Hay Collection, Linplum, Scotland; 1863: to his son, Robert James Alexander Hay; 1868-1872: Way Collection, Boston (purchased by Samuel A. Way through London dealers Rollin and Feuardent, 27 Haymarket); 1872: given to the MFA by Samuel's son, C. Granville Way.