Metropolitan Museum of Art — Egyptian Art (Open Access) · statue
Cat Statuette intended to contain a mummified cat
Description
Leaded bronze
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 bronze statue of a seated cat, likely representing the goddess Bastet.
The artifact is a life-sized bronze depiction of a cat, characterized by a sleek form and attentive posture. The style is typical of Egyptian sculptures dedicated to Bastet, showcasing fine detail in the eyes and ears. The patina suggests age, while the craftsmanship highlights the importance of cats in ancient Egyptian culture.
religious
Late Period
excellent
Deities
Bastet
Materials
bronze
Cross-references (4)
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