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CIVILIZATION | Egyptian |
PERIOD | Late Period |
DATE | 26th-30th Dynasty, 688-343 B.C. |
MATERIAL | Faience |
MOUNTED | Yes |
Turquoise glazed and naturalistically modelled, the body depicted squatting on his haunches with forepaws resting on his knees, wearing a disc with lunar crescent, a suspension hole behind, on an integral base.
The baboon was originally the sacred animal linked with Thoth, but in the Middle Kingdom Khonsu in his lunar aspect was associated with Thoth and was also represented as a baboon.
Mildenberg; Animals, 1996, III, no. 98, for a parallel.
This item qualifies for an interest-free payment plan. This exclusive feature is made available to customers who would like to pay off qualified purchases in installments. Learn More
Free expedited shipping is available on this item. Allow 3-5 business days for delivery to the U.S.A. and Canada. Allow 5-10 business days for international deliveries. Express shipping may be available at checkout. Minor shipping delays may occur. All items are carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival. We ship Monday to Thursday. Learn more
CATEGORY | Egyptian |
PERIOD | Late Period |
DATE | 26th-30th Dynasty, 688-343 B.C. |
MATERIAL | |
MOUNTED | Yes |