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Written by: Kerem ÖzdemirResearcher · Old Master Paintings
Antiquities · Catalogue no. 13880
Anonymous, Dynasties 21–22Model Basket as Amulet
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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As an amulet, the basket was associated with the cat-goddess Bastet. Statuettes of Bastet frequently show her carrying basketfuls of kittens. This amulet is remarkable for its openwork design
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Dynasties 21–22 |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1069–945 BCE |
| Culture / Origin | Egypt, Third Intermediate (1069–715 BCE), Dynasties 21–22 |
| Medium | Egyptian blue |
| Dimensions | Overall: 1.5 cm (9/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian and Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Type | Sculpture |
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