Ancient Egyptian Ushabti

The ancient Egyptians believed that amulets and statuettes would protect them from perils, both real and imagined, in their daily lives and in the next world. The word ’shawabti’ apparently referred to the persea-tree out of which these figures were occasionally made. Ushabtis are an art form that is purely Egyptian, remaining unchanged in both purpose and form for over 2,000 years. This mummiform is carved from a solid piece of translucent alabaster. Excellent condition. 18th Dynasty
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Egyptian
1570 - 1342 BC
7”