An exceptional Egyptian Glazed Faience Plaque, New Kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 BCE Vessels - Bronze Victorian Museum

Victorian Museum

Restrung in modern times

Dimensions: Diameter: 8 1/2 inches (21

especially in the city of Memphis

An exceptional Egyptian Glazed Faience Plaque, New Kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 BCE Vessels - Bronze Victorian MuseumA rare and finely executed faience openwork plaque of rich turquoise, molded in high relief with four wedjat (Eye of Horus) motifs surrounding a central vertical axis of two stacked djed pillars, creating a balanced and visually powerful composition. Embodying the Egyptian themes of protection, endurance, and resurrection, the plaque is pierced longitudinally for suspension, and is executed in brilliant turquoise blue faience with contrasting yellow