Walters Art Museum (Egyptian) · statue
Protective Figure of Aha-Bes
Description
<p>Resembling the protective deity Bes, this benevolent demon holds a snake in each hand, symbolizing his ability to ward off the bites and stings of venomous creatures. The figure has the proportions of a dwarf, the head, mane and tail of a lion, and human eyes. Similar figures to this one were depicted on magical wands of the Middle Kingdom. The details of the figure, such as the eyes, mane, nipples, and the snakes are marked with dark blue lines and dots.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/48.420' rel='external'>Protective Figure of Aha-Bes</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>
Cross-references (2)
- Walters-AccNum 48.420 tier-2
- Walters-id 37996 tier-2
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