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Amulet with a Stylized Figure of Heh, the God of Eternity, ca. 1938-1700 B.C.E.. Electrum, 7/16 x 7/16 in. (1.1 x 1.1 cm). Gift of the Egypt Exploration Fund, 13.1036. Creative Commons-BY.
Amulet with a Stylized Figure of Heh, the God of Eternity
ca. 1938-1700 B.C.E.
Maker Unknown
Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art
The three metal amulets in this case are highly stylized versions of a common Middle Kingdom motif: a kneeling figure of Heh, the god of eternity, holding two hieroglyphs for “year.” These objects reflect Sa-Inher’s wish to live forever.