Bes Statue Large - Egyptian God - Made in Egypt Eye Ushabtis were placed in tombs

Ushabtis were placed in tombs among the grave goods and were intended to act as servants or minions for the deceased

5 inches by 3 inches

Size: Papyrus paper measures 7

This painting depicts the throne of Tutankhamun

Bes Statue Large - Egyptian God - Made in Egypt Eye Ushabtis were placed in tombsThis unique statue features the Egyptian god Bes. Bes, the dwarf like Egyptian deity with a lion's mane, was venerated as a protective guardian of homes and families, believed to repel malevolent spirits and bring happiness through music and dance. Bes is the ancient Egyptian god of childbirth, fertility, sexuality, humor, and war, but served primarily as a protector god of pregnant women and children. The image of Bes was often positioned at gates