Scarab with the Throne Name of Thutmosis III (1479-1425 BCE)
Description
<p>This steatite scarab has a flat underside inscribed with the throne name of Thutmosis III (1479-1425 BCE) and a sphinx trampling on an enemy. The scarab has a high back with a very detailed design of deeply incised lines. The design of the bottom is rough and poorly made, but the top is more elaborate. This piece functioned as a individualized amulet, and was originally mounted or threaded. The amulet should secure the royal authority and divine power for the king, and provide a private owner with his royal patronage and protection.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/42.77' rel='external'>Scarab with the Throne Name of Thutmosis III (1479-1425 BCE)</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>
Inscriptions (1)
English description
Cross-references (2)
- Walters-AccNum 42.77 tier-2
- Walters-id 9500 tier-2
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