EGYPTIAN EYE OF WIDOW IN TURQUOISE FAIENCE
 Large glazed earthenware Eye of Horus.
 Egyptian amulet - Eye of Horus in earthenware with turquoise glaze highlighted in black.
 The eye is represented by a black dot.
 The amulet is pierced lengthwise to be worn as a necklace or fixed in the mummy's wrappings.
 Egyptian art, late period, (664 / 332 BC) 26th-31st Dynasty.
 Perfect condition
 Dimensions: 3.6 cm x 2.5 cm
 In the imagery of ancient Egypt, the Eye of Horus is a protective symbol representing the eye of the falcon god Horus.
 These small, finely decorated and culturally rich objects occupy a profound place in the symbolism and spirituality of ancient Egypt.
 Item appraised by Monique Beyrouthy, expert in antiques and works of art.
 Provenance: important collection assembled before 2000

 Internal reference: h880