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Bes

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Small standing double-sided figure of the dwarf god Bes. The arms are resting on the knees. The large head is topped by a feathered crown. This type of figure was common in the 25th Dynasty. The light green glaze is very worn.

Present location

KUNSTHISTORISCHES MUSEUM [09/001] VIENNA

Inventory number

5569

Dating

25TH DYNASTY AND CONTEMPORARIES

Archaeological Site

UNKNOWN

Category

FIGURINE/STATUETTE

Material

FAIENCE

Technique

FAYENCE

Height

4.8 cm

Width

2.6 cm

Depth

1.6 cm

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