Large Egyptian Faience Plaque Depicting Bes from the Late Period, circa 664 – 332 BCE

Description

A large blue faience circular plaque of a stylized representation of the god Bes, with features highlighted in black and incised detail border.

Condition:   Intact and in very good condition overall.  Museum quality custom mount.

Dimensions:  Height: 1 1/2 inch (3.81 cm); Length: 1 7/8 inch (4.76 cm).

Provenance:  Private collection of J. Pembarton, Toronto Canada, acquired in the 1960s.