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Winged Scarab

Date663/525 BC
Object PlaceEgypt, North Africa, Africa
MediumLapis, gold leaf
ClassificationsEgyptian Faience
Dimensions11 1/8 inches (28.26 cm)
Credit LineFounders Society Purchase, Elizabeth and Allan Shelden Fund
Object number51.226
DescriptionLight and dark blue amulet in form of a pierced scarab, partially covered with gold leaf. In three parts.
On View
Not on view
Collections
  • Egyptian Objects from the DIA
Locations
  • Treatment   Demo Museum (Hanover Square), Conservation, Fine Art