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Cat
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Cats were the sacred animal of Bastet, Egyptian goddess of fire, cats, and protector of the home. Sitting upright in a pose characteristic of these feline figurines, this bronze cat adorned with an embossed pendant and gold earring was made as a votive offering to be deposited with the deceased.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Dynasty 26 or later |
|---|---|
| Date | 664–30 BCE OR 664–330 BCE |
| Culture / Origin | Egypt, Late period (715–332 BCE), Dynasty 26 or later |
| Medium | bronze and gold |
| Dimensions | Overall: 9.2 x 2.3 x 5.5 cm (3 5/8 x 7/8 x 2 3/16 in.); without tang: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian and Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Type | Sculpture |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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