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Amulet of Shu
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26
688–525 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7761 B in debris of room
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Height: 2 cm (13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.2753
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionDuring the Late Period, amulets of the god of air, Shu, were often placed in the mummy wrappings on the torso of the deceased. He is shown kneeling, with his arms raised to support the heavens and the solar disc above his head. This rather crude example is made of green glazed faience.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, G 7761B in debris of room. From Giza, street 7700. 1929: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.
(Accession date: December 14, 2004)
(Accession date: December 14, 2004)