Bastet Collection

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EGYPT: GODDESS BASTET. The Gayer-Anderson cat, representing the Egyptian goddess Bastet. Bronze, after 30 B. C
EGYPT: GODDESS BASTET. The Gayer-Anderson cat, representing the Egyptian goddess Bastet. Bronze, after 30 B.C

Figurine of Standing Cat Headed Goddess with Sistrum, Probably Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Figurine of Standing Cat Headed Goddess with Sistrum, Probably Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BCE)

Figurine of the Goddess Bastet as a Cat, 712-332 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Figurine of the Goddess Bastet as a Cat, 712-332 B.C

Figurine of the Goddess Bastet as a Cat, 21st-26th Dynasty (1081-525 B.C.). Creator: Unknown
Figurine of the Goddess Bastet as a Cat, 21st-26th Dynasty (1081-525 B.C.)

Bastet and Amen Ra
Vintage engraving from 1864 of Bastet and Amen Ra. Bastet is a feline goddess of ancient Egyptian religion. Amun (also Amon, Amen) was a local deity of Thebes

Pakhet - Egyptian Lioness God Of War
Engraving from 1884 showing Pakhet, the ancient Egyptian God of War with the head of a lioness. Other names used are Pachet and Pasht

Bastet - 04-10-19
Corné Akkers

Amulet of a Seated Lion-headed Goddess Holding a Sistrum, possibly Bastet, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasties 22-25 (about 945-664 BCE)

Amulet of a Lion-headed Walking Goddess, possibly Bastet, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasties 21-25 (about 1069-664 BCE)

Pectoral Amulet of the Goddess Bastet, Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21-25 (1070-656 BCE)

Ring: Aegis of Sekhmet / Bastet, Egypt, New Kingdom-Third Intermediate Period
Ring: Aegis of Sekhmet/Bastet, Egypt, New Kingdom-Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15-25 (about 1550-664 BCE)

Cat, possibly Saite period, c. 664-610 BC (bronze)
AMQ107891 Cat, possibly Saite period, c.664-610 BC (bronze) by Egyptian, Late Period (715-332 BC); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; Egyptian, out of copyright

Cat Statuette intended to contain a mummified cat, 332-30 B. C (leaded bronze)
3615924 Cat Statuette intended to contain a mummified cat, 332-30 B.C (leaded bronze) by Egyptian Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC); 27.4 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Head of a cat, Late Period (hollow cast bronze) (see also 223682)
HSC224908 Head of a cat, Late Period (hollow cast bronze) (see also 223682) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); height: 14.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Amulet of Bastet, c. 1069-715 BC (hematite)
499839 Amulet of Bastet, c.1069-715 BC (hematite) by Egyptian, Third Intermediate Period (c.1069-664 BC); 4.4x1.1x2.8 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Norman O. Stone and Ella A

Head of a cat, Late Period (hollow cast bronze) (see also 224908)
HSC223682 Head of a cat, Late Period (hollow cast bronze) (see also 224908) by Egyptian 26th Dynasty (664-525 BC); height: 14.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Egyptian Bronze Cat, Sacred to the Goddess Bastet, Roman Period. c664BC-332 BC. The Gayer-Anderson Cat is an Ancient Egyptian statue of a cat, which dates from the Late Period (around 664-332 BC)

Egyptian Goddess Bastet as a Cat with Kittens, holding an Aegis, c664BC- 332BC. Egyptian Bronze, Late Period. British Museum

Egyptian bronze of a cat and kittens, sacred to the goddess Bast, from the British Museums collection

Egyptian Art. Karnak. The goddess Bastet. Relief
Egyptian Art. The Karnak Temple Complex. Relief depicting the goddess Bastet. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. Egypt

Bronze figurines of goddess Bastet, as a cat or a cat-headed woman
Egyptian civilization. Bronze figurines of goddess Bastet, as a cat or a cat-headed woman

Bronze and gold statuette of goddess Bastet as a cat, also known as the Psamtik cat, Late Period, Dynasty XXVI
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVI. Bronze and gold statuette of goddess Bastet as a cat, also known as the Psamtik cat. Height 27.6 cm

Statuette of a cat depicting goddess Bastet. Wood
Wooden statuette of a cat depicting goddess Bastet. Archaeological Museum. Istanbul. Turkey

Goddess Bastet as a cat, from Saqqara
Egyptian civilization, Late Period, Dynasty XXVI. Goddess Bastet as a cat. From Saqqara

Bronze statuette of cat, Bastets sacred animal
Egyptian civilization, Late Period. Bronze statuette of cat, Bastets sacred animal

EGYPTIAN BRONZE STATUETTE Statuette of a cat, possibly of the goddess Bastet. Late Dynastic Period

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"Bastet: The Feline Goddess of Ancient Egypt" Step into the mystical world of ancient Egypt and discover the captivating deity known as Bastet. This powerful goddess, often depicted as a lioness or a woman with the head of a lioness, held great significance in Egyptian mythology. One remarkable representation of the Gayer-Anderson cat, an exquisite bronze statue dating back to 30 B. C. This masterpiece symbolizes her divine presence and showcases the artistic prowess of that era. In Karnak, one can witness a mesmerizing relief depicting the goddess herself. Adorned with regal attire and surrounded by worshippers, she exudes grace and authority, and is here that her devotees sought solace and protection from her benevolent powers. Bastet's influence extended beyond religious contexts; she was also closely associated with Amen Ra, another prominent Egyptian god. Together, they formed an unbreakable bond that represented both strength and harmony within their pantheon. The amulets dedicated to this revered goddess further illustrate her importance in daily life. A seated lion-headed goddess holding a sistrum signifies Bastet's role as a guardian against evil forces during Egypt's Third Intermediate Period. Another amulet portrays a walking lion-headed goddess believed to be Bastet herself. These intricate artifacts serve as reminders of her watchful eye over those who wore them. A pectoral amulet from the same period showcases Bastet's connection to royalty and nobility. Its intricate design reflects not only beauty but also spiritual protection for its wearer. Even jewelry embraced symbols related to this feline deity; rings adorned with Sekhmet or Bastet's visage were worn during both New Kingdom and Third Intermediate Periods in Egypt. These pieces served as talismans against harm while invoking their power for guidance. Venturing into Luxor's Valley of Kings reveals fascinating insights into Prince Mentuherkhepeshef's tomb.