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Flat Faience Figurine

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Description

The god Bes, used as a pendant. | From NMNH Exhibit Hall "Eternal Life in Ancient Egypt" label for this artifact, 2011: Bes amulet, 1450-200 B.C. Egyptians associated this protective deity with home and childbirth. Bes also acted as a patron of music. Children, dancers, singers, and musicians often wore Bes amulets. | 12 Mar 2018 | 1

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