Harpokrates Amulet

Unknown

1086–30 B.C. · Faience · Egyptian Art

This small figurine depicts a naked male figure in a curious half-seated, half-standing position. His nudity and the lock of hair on the side of his head signify that he is a child. He wears the double crown, which identifies him as the god Harpokrates (Horus the Child). Black paint was used to accentuate his side lock. The intriguing position of his body is known from other depictions of this god and can be explained by common images that depict him seated on the lap of his mother Isis. At the back of his neck is a pierced loop for suspension.

Artist

Unknown

Date

1086–30 B.C.

Medium

Faience

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Bequest of Nanette B. Kelekian, 2020