Ancient Egyptian Eye of Horus Pottery Mold 200–400 AD

200–400 AD

Rare and finely modeled ceramic architectural vessel depicting a ceremonial structure with stepped walls and projecting chimney form

soil encrustation

Acquired during the 1950s and remaining in the collection for over seventy years

Carved from a fine-grained limestone

Ancient Egyptian Eye of Horus Pottery Mold 200–400 ADAncient Egyptian Eye of Horus Pottery Mold Amarna PeriodLate Period, Egypt 2 1 8 in. (5. 4 cm) Ancient Egyptian terracotta mold depicting the Eye of Horus (Wedjat), one of the most important protective symbols in Egyptian religion. The mold preserves the distinctive eye, cosmetic markings, and brow rendered in low relief, intended for producing small votive or decorative elements. The Eye of Horus symbolized protection, healing, royal power, and