Lioness Goddess
Artist
Unknown
CultureEgyptian
DateDynasty 25, ca. 736-333 B.C.
MediumBronze
DimensionsOverall: 3 5/16 in. (8.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mr. Raymond F. Russell
Object number68.87.3
Not on view
DescriptionFragmentary statuette of a striding lioness-headed goddess, her left leg put forward. Her right arm is hanging along her body, while her left one is missing. She's wearing a tight dress, armlets, and a long braided hair that falls on her chest and in her back.;
The figurine is broken in the middle of the thighs, and its headdress is missing too. ;
Unknown
Late Dynasty 5-early Dynasty 6, reigns of Unas or Pepy I, 2375-2287 B.C.E.