Egyptian Goddess Taweret Hippo Statue - Made in Egypt

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Egyptian Goddess Taweret Hippo Statue - Made in EgyptThis small, handmade hippo statue is made of durable polymer resin. Made in Luxor, Egypt! There is a beautiful, hand painted patina to evoke a vintage feel. There is a small chip on the bottom of one of the legs please see photos. This statue will come in a box with printed hieroglyphic designs perfect for gifting! The size is 4. 5 inches by 2 inches and 2. 75 inches tall In Ancient Egypt, the faience hippos were linked to the themes of life,

These prominent deities held crucial roles in Egyptian religious beliefs and practices

The best-known versions of these jars have lids in the shape of the heads of protective deities called the four Sons of Horus

packaged in a decorative box

This statue comes in a hieroglyphic box- perfect for gifting

Ancient Egyptian beliefs also saw her as the benevolent guide of the dead to the afterlife

Baboons are extremely aggressive and omnivorous

spiritual gifting

Anubis was the Guardian of Offerings brought to the ceremony by heirs of the deceased and he also guarded the mummy from evil forces in the night

representing destruction

Perfect for anyone with an affinity for all things Egypt

It was carved from wood and covered with gold

a priest wearing a jackal mask acted as Anubis's representative