Copper alloy figure of Selkhis: E.3.1955

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Copper alloy figure of Selkhis

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Description

Selkis, human headed scorpion. Selkis (sometimes called Selkhet) was a scorpion goddess who was associated with the protection of the king. She was also responsible for protecting the canopic jar containing the intestines and so appears in a funerary context.

Measurements and weight

Length: 7.75 cm

Find spot

Egypt

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1955) by Elderton, William Palin, Sir

Dating

Ptolemaic Period
Circa -332 - Circa -30

Materials used in production

bronze Copper alloy

Techniques used in production

Identification numbers

Accession number: E.3.1955
Primary reference Number: 62853
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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 25 February 2020

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Antiquities

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