Egyptian Wooden Relief of the God Bes easterneurope they were hung from the

they were hung from the rafters of men’s houses to safeguard food

Perfect for collectors or enthusiasts of Pre-Columbian art

The period is traditionally divided into two distinct phases — the Northern Song (960–1127) and the Southern Song (1127–1275) — each fostering major kiln traditions

beautifully crafted from split reed—most likely Carrizo (Phragmites australis)—and featuring 30 finely barbed spikes fastened between two horizontal shafts

worn suspended as a pendant or inserted as a nose ornament on ceremonial occasions

Egyptian Wooden Relief of the God Bes easterneurope they were hung from theLate Period, Dynasty 26, c. 664525 BC, Egypt An exceptional and extremely rare carved wooden relief of the protective household deity Bes, shown in one of his most iconic and expressive forms. The figure appears nude and frontal, with a grotesque leonine face, prominent feline nose, large flaring ears, curling beard, and a tall feathered headdress. His stocky body exhibits the characteristic traits of achondroplastic dwarfismshort, powerful limbs,