Taweret Amulet

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664–332 B.C. · Faience · Egyptian Art

Taweret and other closely related goddesses were created from a blending of lion, hippo, crocodile, and human attributes. The three animals were some of the fiercest species found in ancient Egypt and combining their strengths produced a most potent deity and therefore amulet. Taweret's particular responsibility was the protection of women during pregnancy and childbirth. She is often portrayed leaning on a sa symbol. Her representation was sometimes used on tomb walls or funerary equipment to protect the deceased during rebirth.

Artist

Unknown

Date

664–332 B.C.

Medium

Faience

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Gift of Darius Ogden Mills, 1904