Egyptian Faience Wedjat Eye Amulet

An ancient Egyptian lage blue faience amulet in the form of a Wedjat eye with iris and eyebrow in black.

Late Period,
Ca. 715 - 30 BC.
Length: 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm).

The Wedjat eye represents the eye of the falcon god Horus which was plucked out by Seth and then later restored by Thoth. As an amulet it was thought to bring protection and reconstitution. The Wedjat is found on mummies more often than any other amulet, though it was also worn in life.

Formerly in the collection of Jerome Eisenberg, New York.
Inv#: 9564
Guaranteed Authentic

$1,500

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