Uraeus in white crown

Unknown

ca. 712–664 B.C. · Wood, paint, papyrus · Egyptian Art

This wooden uraeus (hooding cobra) wears the white crown associated with the south of Egypt. A dowel hole in the back, at the bottom of the snake's body, indicates that it was once attached to something else, most likely a piece of funerary furniture. The purpose of the loop of papyrus cord found around the neck is unknown; this may simply be accidental, as it was found in an embalming cache, mixed in with a great deal of used mummification material.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 712–664 B.C.

Medium

Wood, paint, papyrus

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1928