An Egyptian Faience Plaque, 26th Dynasty, ca. 664 - 525 BCE

The rectangular form of green glazed faience in two registers, the upper depicting an Apis bull, the lower, a hippopotamus, both in raised relief.

Dimensions:  Height: 4 cm (1.57 inches)

Condition:  complete, a break to the lower right corner professionally rejoined.

Provenance:   Private European collection, acquired in the 1960's and then by descent.