Hairpin with a Figure of a Hippopotamus, ca. 1981–1640

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Hairpin with a Figure of a Hippopotamus, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12–13, ca. 1981–1640 , From Egypt, Bone, h. cm (2 7/8 in), The figure of an erect hippopotamus represents a goddess invoked as the protector of women in pregnancy and childbirth. Known as Ipi or Taweret ('The Great One'), she is often depicted with a crocodile stretched over her head and along her back

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Size: 4240px × 4240px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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