448 - Egyptian Bronze Jackal Amulet. The Peter Clayton Egyptian Collection (Lots 1-32 & 391-500)

Egyptian Bronze Jackal Amulet. The Peter Clayton Egyptian Collection (Lots 1-32 & 391-500) Late Period-Ptolemaic Period, 664-30 B.C. Kneeling jackal-headed figure wearing a pleated shendyt - kilt and holding regalia in its hands; on an integral, tongue-shaped base with a suspension loop at the back. 13.6 grams total, 34 mm including stand (1 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] From the private collection of Peter Clayton, FCILIP, Dip, Arch, FSA, FRNS, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, UK; formed since the late 1950s. An interesting amulet. The jackal-headed figure is likely Anubis, the prominent funerary deity, though it could also be Wepwawet or Duamutef, one of the Four Sons of Horus. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.