Amulet-pendant of Taweret
Description
<p>Taweret, the "Great [Female] One," was represented as a pregnant hippopotamus with lion paws and a crocodile back and tail. She was one of the most popular protective deities of ancient Egypt, being responsible for pregnant women and small children.The goddess is represented in her standard form. She is standing upright with her left foot forward. She has a hippopotamus body and head, a crocodile back and tail, lion paws, and human female arms and breasts. Her mouth is open to show her dangerous teeth. The amulet has a small base and a loop on the back.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/48.1557' rel='external'>Amulet-pendant of Taweret</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>
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- Walters-AccNum 48.1557 tier-2
- Walters-id 33216 tier-2
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