605 - Large Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Eye of Horus Amulet. New Kingdom-Late Period, circa 1550-332 B.C. The body displaying the characteristic shape combining human and falcon ocular imagery, the brow and pupil detailed in black faience, pierced longitudinally for suspension. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, fig. 46b, for a similar wedjat amulet in the British Museum. 8.34 grams, 41 mm (1 5/8 in.).

Large Egyptian Blue Glazed Faience Eye of Horus Amulet. New Kingdom-Late Period, circa 1550-332 B.C. The body displaying the characteristic shape combining human and falcon ocular imagery, the brow and pupil detailed in black faience, pierced longitudinally for suspension. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, fig. 46b, for a similar wedjat amulet in the British Museum. 8.34 grams, 41 mm (1 5/8 in.). Early 20th century UK collection. Accompanied by a previous catalogue information page. The wedjat-eye amulet depicts Horus s healed eye, blending human and falconine features. Its ancient Egyptian name means the one that is sound . According to myth, Seth wounded or took the eye, and Thoth later restored it. Believed to offer protection, healing, and regeneration, the popular amulet was worn by the living and the dead. 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.