Metropolitan Museum of Art — Egyptian Art (Open Access) · jewelry
Cat amulet
Description
Faience
AI image analysis GPT-4o-2024-08-06
Machine-generated from the object's image on May 2026. Not curatorial; treat deities, names, and signs below as the model's best reading, not authority.
A small amulet depicting a seated cat.
The artifact is a small faience amulet shaped like a seated cat, which is often associated with the goddess Bastet. The cat is crafted with a loop at the back for suspension, typical of amulets designed to be worn. The craftsmanship is detailed, showcasing the characteristic features of a cat in a stylized manner, reflecting the significance of cats in ancient Egyptian culture.
decorative
New Kingdom
excellent
Deities
Bastet
Materials
faience
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