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Cat Amulet
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Cat Amulet

Artist/Maker Artist Unknown Artist Unknown
Datenot dated
CultureEgyptian
MediumEgyptian faience (powdered quartz sintered body and alkaline glaze)
DimensionsOverall: 7/8 x 5/8 x 3/8 in. (2.2 x 1.6 x 1 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Dr. Frank M. Dunbaugh
Terms
    Object number61.111.000
    On View
    On view
    Collections
    • Art of Egypt and the Near East
    DescriptionThe cat was associated with the goddess Bastet although the exact reason for their mummification and burial is not known. It is believed that cats were bred and raised in temples specifically to provide votive offerings.
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    Cat Mummy
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    1070-712 BCE
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    Amulet Pendant
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
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    Ushabti
    Artist Unknown
    712-332 BCE
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    Scarab
    Artist Unknown
    1550-1295 BCE
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    Scarab with Cartouche of Thutmose III
    Artist Unknown
    1550-1295 BCE
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    Eye of Horus Ring
    Artist Unknown
    304-30 BCE
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    Scarab
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    not dated
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    Scarab
    Artist Unknown
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    Scarab
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Scarab
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Scarab
    Artist Unknown
    not dated
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