Egyptian Faience Shu Amulet

An ancient Egyptian green faience amulet of the god Shu, kneeling with arms raised to support the Sun.

Late Period.

Ca. 700 - 30 BC.

Height: 3/4 in. (1.9 cm).

Shu is a primordial Egyptian god personifying the air (a cool, calm influence). Shu was tasked with separating Nut (sky) and Geb (earth).

cf.: C. Andrews, Amulets of Ancient Egypt, (Texas, 1994), p. 19.

Formerly in a American private collection.

Inv#: 9570

Guaranteed Authentic

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