Antiquities
Ancient Egyptian Faience Winged Scarab
Third Intermediate to Late Period, 1075–600 BC
A beautiful Egyptian faience winged scarab dating to the Third Intermediate to Late Period (1075–600 BC). The ensemble comprises a central scarab flanked by outstretched wings and accompanied by a Son of Horus figure. Traces of multi-colour inlay remain visible on the scarab body. The winged scarab was one of the most powerful amulets in ancient Egyptian funerary practice, symbolising the sun god Khepri and the concept of rebirth and transformation. Dimensions: scarab 60 x 35 mm, wings 45 x 28 mm each, Son of Horus 60 mm.
Provenance & Details
PeriodThird Intermediate to Late Period, 1075–600 BC
MaterialFaience with traces of polychrome inlay
DimensionsScarab: 60 x 35 mm; Wings: 45 x 28 mm; Son of Horus: 60 mm
ConditionScarab tip and both wings broken and re-attached from original pieces; no modern restoration
ProvenanceSwiss Private Collection
Price available upon request