Egyptian Canopic Jar Lid: Imsety, Late Period
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An Egyptian Limestone Canopic jar lid in the form of 'Imsety', late period, circa 600 to 300 B.C. Representing one of the four Sons of Horus and guardian of the liver. Some ancient loss evident, otherwise intact, traces of azure pigment. Presented on custom made stand. 10.5 cm high, 23.5 cm total height including stand
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- Canopic Jars - Canopic jars or boxes were used by the Ancient Egyptians during the mummification process to store and preserve the internal organs of their owner for the afterlife. They were commonly either carved from a stone such as alabaster, or were made of wood or pottery.
- Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
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