Anubis

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This miniature is based on the sculpture found in King Tutankhamen’s tomb. Originally thought to be based on the jackals that roamed cemeteries at night, Anubis was the god of embalming rituals and adopted a human form with a dog’s head. He appears in Book of the Dead papyri undertaking the mummification of the deceased. In legend it was Anubis who took care of the body of Osiris after he had been murdered by his evil brother Seth. In the Valley of the Kings tombs were sealed with images of Anubis to protect the dead against evil. This replica was moulded from an original bronze now in the Department of Egyptian Antiquities.

Please note, this item contains lead and is for ornamental purposes only.

In Detail

Product code: cmcr64390
Price category: Under £10
World culture: Ancient Egypt
Details: Hand finished metal
Standard UK delivery: 3-5 working days (overseas delivery times may vary)