Model Basket as Amulet

c. 1069–945 BCE
Overall: 1.5 cm (9/16 in.)
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Location: 107 Egyptian

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As an amulet, the basket was associated with the cat-goddess Bastet. Statuettes of Bastet frequently show her carrying basketfuls of kittens. This amulet is remarkable for its openwork design
Model Basket as Amulet

Model Basket as Amulet

c. 1069–945 BCE

Egypt, Third Intermediate (1069–715 BCE), Dynasties 21–22

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