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Scarab of Thutmose IV

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Description

<p>Images of cobras and Maat-feathers surround the throne name of Thutmose IV, securing the royal authority for the king, as well as the support of Amun. It should provide a private owner with this king's royal patronage and divine protection.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/42.73' rel='external'>Scarab of Thutmose IV</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>

Inscriptions (1)

Inscription #1

English description

[Translation] Throne name of King Thutmose IV in a cartouche: Men-kheperu-Re.

Connections

Deities Amun
Royals Thutmose

Cross-references (2)

  • Walters-AccNum 42.73 tier-2
  • Walters-id 34341 tier-2
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