C. 664-332 BC

A interesting example of Thoth in his baboon form, crouching and holding a ‘wedjat eye’ in his forepaws.

Thoth was the god of writing and the protector of scribes, and when placed with the deceased, it provided support for the afterlife and rebirth.

The Eye of Horus amulet is also known as Uzat or ‘Wedjat’, meaning “Whole One”. It is a symbol of protection and was used to deflect evil, as well as believed to have healing powers. The Uzat eye’s represent the two eye’s of Horus as he was a sun and moon deity therefore, his right eye was the sun, and the left was the moon.

Small chip to knee and elbow otherwise a fine piece with clear carvings and a nice blue glaze.

Ref: Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, inventory number: 51.2176

Provenance: Ex UK Collection formed since 1960’s.

Size of amulet: 53mm tall without mount.  H: 80mm with wooden mount.