Egyptian Bronze Harpocrates Amulet funerarygift Korowai people: Papua's pint-size

Korowai people: Papua's pint-size

creating a distinctive encrusted smoky patina that accumulates over time through frequent use and storage

Lovely dark brown patina

Baule: African Art

the metal is folded and indented to form a rounded suspension loop at the top

Egyptian Bronze Harpocrates Amulet funerarygift Korowai people: Papua's pint-sizeLate Period to Ptolemaic Period, c. 664 30 BC, Egypt A finely cast bronze amulet depicting HarpocratesHorus the Childshown standing with knees slightly bent, one arm at his side, and his index finger raised to his chin, a classic gesture symbolizing childhood. He wears the distinctive side lock of youth, and a suspension loop remains intact on the back. This rare amulet would have served as a powerful protective charm. Harpocrates, son of Isis and