Ancient Egypt and Nubia
Statuary, reliefs, stelae, funerary objects, jewelry and objects from daily life, dating from prehistoric to Roman Egypt (5th millennium BC– 4th century AD ), can be found in the Walters’ collection of ancient Egyptian art. Among the most impressive pieces are two monumental 3,000-pound statues of the lion-headed goddess Sekhmet; sarcophagi; an intact mummy, still in its elaborate wrappings; as well as images of private individuals and kings and impressive jewelry.
Statuary, reliefs, stelae, funerary objects, jewelry and objects from daily life, dating from prehistoric to Roman Egypt (5th millennium BC– 4th century AD ), can be found in the Walters’ collection of ancient Egyptian art. Among the most impressive pieces are two monumental 3,000-pound statues of the lion-headed goddess Sekhmet; sarcophagi; an intact mummy, still in its elaborate wrappings; as well as images of private individuals and kings and impressive jewelry.
Situla with Procession of Divinities and Worshippers
ca. 305-30 BCE (Ptolemaic)
54.1208
On view
Model of a Vulture and Uraeus Seated on a Basket
ca. 305-250 BCE (early Ptolemaic Period)
22.264
Inlay with the Face of a Deity
late 4th-late 1st century BCE (Ptolemaic)
47.109
On view
Inlay of a King's Head with Crown
late 4th-late 1st century BCE (Ptolemaic)
47.108
On view
Sculptor's Model of a King Slaying an Enemy
late 4th-late 1st century BCE (Ptolemaic)
22.45
On view
