Amulet in the Form of the God Bes

Unknownca. 1390-1322 B.C.E.

Brooklyn Museum
Brooklyn, New York City, United States

Pale gold pendant in the form of the god Bes. Sheet metal, made in two halves impressed in dies. Loop atop head and tail added separately. Condition: Good

Details

Title: Amulet in the Form of the God Bes
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: ca. 1390-1322 B.C.E.
Location Created: Thebes, Egypt
Type: Accessory
Rights: Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund
External Link: http://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/4084/Amulet_in_the_Form_of_the_God_Bes
Medium: Gold
Period: New Kingdom
Dynasty: XVIII Dynasty
Dimensions: 1 7/16 x 11/16 x 3/8 in. (3.6 x 1.7 x 1 cm)
Collection: Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art
Accession number: 37.710E

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Amulet in the Form of the God Bes

Unknownca. 1390-1322 B.C.E.

Brooklyn Museum
Brooklyn, New York City, United States

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