Cynocephalus Baboon (Thoth)

Medium: Bronze

Geograhical Locations:

• Egypt

Dates:664–343 B.C.E.

Dimensions: 2 3/8 x 3/4 x 1 3/8 in., 0.3 lb. (6 x 1.9 x 3.5 cm, 0.14kg)

Collections:

• Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Exhibitions:

• Soulful Creatures: Animal Mummies in Ancient Egypt

Accession Number: 08.480.41

Image: CUR.08.480.41_view1.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Small bronze statuette of a seated cynocephalus ape. Conventional type with hands resting on knees. Headdress cannot be identified because of condition. No inscription. Condition: Poor. Entire surface badly worn and corroded. Headdress broken. Some improvement can be obtained by cleaning. Cast solid in two part mould.

Brooklyn Museum