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Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Papyrus Column Amulet

664–525 B.C.E.

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Caption

Papyrus Column Amulet, 664–525 B.C.E.. Lapis lazuli, Diam. 3/8 x 1 1/4 in. (0.9 x 3.1 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund, 08.480.171. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

Gallery

Not on view

Title

Papyrus Column Amulet

Date

664–525 B.C.E.

Dynasty

Dynasty 26

Period

Late Period

Geography

Place collected: Egypt

Medium

Lapis lazuli

Classification

Accessory

Dimensions

Diam. 3/8 x 1 1/4 in. (0.9 x 3.1 cm)

Credit Line

Charles Edwin Wilbour Fund

Accession Number

08.480.171

Frequent Art Questions

  • Did any lapis lazuli make its way to Egypt?

    Oh yes! The earliest long-distance trade route evident in the archaeological record was established to transport lapis lazuli. This route originated in Afghanistan, traveled through Mesopotamia, and reached Egypt by the Early Dynastic Period (around 3500 BCE).

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