Lot 21-243. Egyptian blue-green faience Amulet of Taweret, Goddess of Childbirth. Late Period, ca. 712–332 B.C.

Egyptian Amulet of Taweret, Goddess of Childbirth. A blue-green faience amulet of Taweret, goddess of childbirth, measuring 47 mm high, pierced for suspension. Repaired, most faience remaining, Egypt, Late Period, ca. 712–332 B.C. Taweret was created from a blending of lion, hippo, crocodile, and human female attributes. The three animals were some of the fiercest species found in ancient Egypt and combining their strengths produced a most potent deity and amulet. Taweret's particular responsibility was the protection of women during pregnancy and childbirth. Her representation was sometimes used on tomb walls or funerary equipment to protect the deceased during rebirth.

 

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