Stone
circa 1200–1100 BCE
Egypt
CSMVS
Details
Culture/Civilisation
Ancient Egypt
Theme
Ancient Societies
Subtheme
Frailties of childhood
Case Title
The Protecting Gods
Display Location
Coomaraswamy Hall
Findspot
Egypt
Accession Number
S 353
Description
Ancient Egyptians worshipped Bes as protector of the home, women and children. To ward off evil, he was depicted as a fearsome creature with large head, protruding eyes and tongue, bowlegs and a feather crown.
