Bastet holding an aegis, Late Period–Ptolemaic Period, 664–30 , From Egypt, Cupreous metal, H. cm (4 1/8 in.); W.

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Bastet holding an aegis, Late Period–Ptolemaic Period, 664–30 , From Egypt, Cupreous metal, H. cm (4 1/8 in.); W. cm (1 1/4 in.); D. cm (1 in.), Bastet, here shown as a cat-headed goddess, was a powerful protective figure who also was known for her fertility. She could be represented with a lion head as well, but as a cat-headed goddess her peaceful traits were emphasized

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