Egyptian Bronze Harpocrates Amulet funerarygift A neatly folded collar and

A neatly folded collar and heavy black boots complete the ensemble

Lovely dark brown patina

finely crafted metalwork

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the vessel’s surface showcases elegant incised floral decorations on its shoulder

Egyptian Bronze Harpocrates Amulet funerarygift A neatly folded collar andLate Period to Ptolemaic Period, c. 664 30 BC, Egypt A finely cast bronze amulet depicting HarpocratesHorus the Childshown standing with knees slightly bent, one arm at his side, and his index finger raised to his chin, a classic gesture symbolizing childhood. He wears the distinctive side lock of youth, and a suspension loop remains intact on the back. This rare amulet would have served as a powerful protective charm. Harpocrates, son of Isis and