Naos Sistrum with the name of Apries, Late Period, Saite, Dynasty 26, 589–570 , From Egypt, Faience, h. cm (13 11/16

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Naos Sistrum with the name of Apries, Late Period, Saite, Dynasty 26, 589–570 , From Egypt, Faience, h. cm (13 11/16 in); w. cm (3 3/8 in); d. cm (1 5/8 in), This sistrum exemplifies the developed form of the naos sistrum as it is known from the Middle Kingdom. Above the handle appears the face of a woman with cow ears wearing a straight wig. A cornice above her head carries a naos, or shrine, whose center is open, except for the uraeus appearing in the opening

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Size: 3374px × 6228px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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