Metropolitan Museum of Art — Egyptian Art (Open Access) · jewelry

String Bracelet with a Cowroid Amulet

Source of record: Metropolitan Museum of Art — Egyptian Art (Open Access) — catalogued by the holding institution. View the original record →

Description

Glazed steatite, linen cord

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.

An ancient Egyptian amulet with a circular faience design and rope.

The artifact is a beautifully crafted amulet featuring a circular faience element with a rope. The central design appears to be decorative and intricate, characteristic of Egyptian artistry. The faience is a glazed ceramic material known for its bright colors and shiny finish. The rope is likely made from plant fibers, indicating skilled craftsmanship and attention to detail.

decorative unknown good
Materials faiencerope

Connections

Found at Asasif
Materials FaienceRope
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