God Tutu as a Sphinx
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Object Label
A latecomer to the Egyptian pantheon, the god Tutu was responsible for human fate and fortune. Tutu’s might was supplemented by the demons under his control. The lion’s head on his chest and the crocodile between his paws represent two of the demons he commands. The cobra tail and serpents under each paw similarly obeyed Tutu and served as his powers of protection.
Caption
God Tutu as a Sphinx, 1st century C.E. or later. Limestone, pigment, 14 1/4 x 5 1/16 x 16 11/16 in. (36.2 x 12.8 x 42.4 cm) mount (display dimensions): 14 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 17 in. (36.8 x 14 x 43.2 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 37.1509E. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
Title
God Tutu as a Sphinx
Date
1st century C.E. or later
Period
Roman Period
Geography
Reportedly from: Saqqara, Egypt
Medium
Limestone, pigment
Classification
Dimensions
14 1/4 x 5 1/16 x 16 11/16 in. (36.2 x 12.8 x 42.4 cm) mount (display dimensions): 14 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 17 in. (36.8 x 14 x 43.2 cm)
Credit Line
Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund
Accession Number
37.1509E
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