Egyptian - Shu - Walters 481683 - Right
Summary
Shu, the son of the creator and sun god in the Heliopolitan creation myth, represents the principle of air. Together with his consort, Tefnut- the principle of moisture, as well as Geb (earth) and Nut (sky), he was one of the first deities. Shu was responsible for separating Geb and Nut and securing the space of the universe; therefore he also represented the life principle.
Amulets of Shu became popular in the Late Period. This amulet represents Shu in his standardized form. He is kneeling on his right knee with his left knee drawn up. Both arms are raised (to lift up the sky), and he wears a long wig and a pleated shendyt.
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artwork
amulets of the egyptian late period
ancient egyptian amulets in the walters art museum
ancient egyptian faience in the walters art museum
shu amulets
walters art museum
3 d object
amulets
Date
0000
Source
Walters Art Museum
Link
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