Bronze Statue of the Egyptian Cat-Goddess Bastet
This Late Period bronze shows Bastet as a seated cat, a popular votive type dedicated at her temples. Sharp ears, smooth planes, and incised whiskers give lifelike presence, while piercings for earrings and occasional inscriptions on the base signal her honored, domestic–divine role as guardian of home and fertility.
Why This Artwork Is Important
- Classic Late Period votive image—thousands were offered to Bastet.
- Embodies Egyptian union of everyday animal and protective deity.
What to Look For
- Pierced ears (often once fitted with metal earrings).
- Incised collar and whisker lines on the muzzle.
- Traces of inscription or tangs on the base for mounting.
Fun Fact
Millions of cat mummies have been found at Bastet sites—pilgrims bought bronzes like this and dedicated them with a mummified cat.
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