Jackal standard, Late Period–Ptolemaic Period, 664–30 , From Egypt, Cupreous metal, H. cm (2 11/16 in.); W. cm (7/8

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Jackal standard, Late Period–Ptolemaic Period, 664–30 , From Egypt, Cupreous metal, H. cm (2 11/16 in.); W. cm (7/8 in.); L. cm (2 11/16 in.), The canine deity Wepwawet stands on the upper portion of a papyriform standard; he is attentive and alert with his ears pricked forward. Wepwawet was known as the 'Opener of the Ways' and on temple reliefs and stelae, such standards were frequently carried in processions and festivals

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
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