Description
This flat relief figure of the creator-god Ptah is shown mummiform with close-cropped hair and divine beard. He holds a divine was scepter, indicating his power.
Conservation
Date
Description
Narrative
10/08/1974
Treatment
cleaned
6/28/1978
Treatment
cleaned; examined for condition
Exhibitions
In Search of Ancient Treasure: 40 Years of Collecting. The Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore. 1978.
Jewelry - Ancient to Modern. The Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore. 1979-1980.
Provenance
Robert Garrett, Baltimore [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Children of Robert Garrett [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 1964, by gift.
Credit
Gift of the children of Robert Garrett, 1964
