The scarab decorates a gilded wooden surface.
The scarab decorates a gilded wooden surface. - 21947
The beetle has spread wings and bears the shen sign between its hind legs.
The beetle has spread wings and bears the shen sign between its hind legs. - 21873
Egyptian religion lucky charms
Egyptian religion lucky charms - 21669
Egyptian religion lucky charms
Egyptian religion lucky charms - 21670
Egyptian religion lucky charms
Egyptian religion lucky charms - 21683
gold beetle ring inlaid with lapis lazuli, cornaline and turquoise.
gold beetle ring inlaid with lapis lazuli, cornaline and turquoise. - 21579
Winged beetle breastplate
Winged beetle breastplate - 26611
Winged beetle breastplate
Winged beetle breastplate - 26612
Winged beetle breastplate
Winged beetle breastplate - 26600
Bracelet with beetle on the sides
Bracelet with beetle on the sides - 21609
Bracelet with beetle on the sides
Bracelet with beetle on the sides - 21610
The scarab is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urai.
The scarab is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urai. - 21448
The scarab is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urai.
The scarab is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urai. - 21449
The small gold pendant in the shape of a scarab has a back inlaid with lapis lazuli. The thick six-link chain ends in two goose-head clasps.
The small gold pendant in the shape of a scarab has a back inlaid with lapis lazuli. The thick six-link chain ends in two goose-head clasps. - 22455
necklace-with-a-pendante-with-the-shape-of-a-winged-scarab
necklace-with-a-pendante-with-the-shape-of-a-winged-scarab - 21514
Scarab-shaped bracelet found in a scroll-shaped container. The central element is the scarab, or Khepri, the sun as it rises in the morning, a symbol of eternal rebirth for the deceased pharaoh. The various parts of the scarab are bordered by golden threads. Between the legs of the scarab is the cartouche with the pharaoh's coronation name (Neckheperure). The bracelet is connected to the scarab by a gold bar and is divided into seven sections consisting of rows of cylindrical beads placed between circular beads.
Scarab-shaped bracelet found in a scroll-shaped container. The central element is the scarab, or Khepri, the sun as it rises in the morning, a symbol of eternal rebirth for the deceased pharaoh. The various parts of the scarab are bordered by golden threads. Between the legs of the scarab is the cartouche with the pharaoh's coronation name (Neckheperure). The bracelet is connected to the scarab by a gold bar and is divided into seven sections consisting of rows of cylindrical beads placed between circular beads. - 21431
Amduat, first hour: a scarab boat symbolising the Khepri form of Ra, and two gods with their heads turned backwards in the act of worshipping the scarab with their arms raised.
Amduat, first hour: a scarab boat symbolising the Khepri form of Ra, and two gods with their heads turned backwards in the act of worshipping the scarab with their arms raised. - 31082
Amduat, first hour: a boat with a scarab symbolising the Khepri form of Ra, and two gods with their heads turned backwards in the act of worshipping the scarab with their arms raised. In front of the boat are three snakes and four human-headed gods with a snake in their left hand.
Amduat, first hour: a boat with a scarab symbolising the Khepri form of Ra, and two gods with their heads turned backwards in the act of worshipping the scarab with their arms raised. In front of the boat are three snakes and four human-headed gods with a snake in their left hand. - 31085
The main element is the scarab, Khepri. Above him is not the sun but a cartouche inlaid with the ruler's prename, Nebkheperura. Between its legs the scarab holds the shen sign, symbol of universal power. On the sides are two finely chiselled urei.
The main element is the scarab, Khepri. Above him is not the sun but a cartouche inlaid with the ruler's prename, Nebkheperura. Between its legs the scarab holds the shen sign, symbol of universal power. On the sides are two finely chiselled urei. - 21450
The theme represented is that of the birth of the sun, depicted in the form of a winged scarab. The green jasper scarab forms the central element of the breastplate: two large wings spread out from its body. The gold cartouche contains the birth name of Psusenne I.
The theme represented is that of the birth of the sun, depicted in the form of a winged scarab. The green jasper scarab forms the central element of the breastplate: two large wings spread out from its body. The gold cartouche contains the birth name of Psusenne I. - 21587
The beetle is winged and holds before it a first cartouche of the sovereign, while grasping another with its hind legs. The feathered wings of the scarab are supported by the seated gold figures of Isis and Nephty.
The beetle is winged and holds before it a first cartouche of the sovereign, while grasping another with its hind legs. The feathered wings of the scarab are supported by the seated gold figures of Isis and Nephty. - 21613
Last hour of the Book of Night. Female deities pray before the sun god transformed into a scarab and child to indicate the rebirth of the sun in the morning.
Last hour of the Book of Night. Female deities pray before the sun god transformed into a scarab and child to indicate the rebirth of the sun in the morning. - 30140
Scene on the left wall of the burial chamber of Inherkau's tomb. At the top one can see a boat gliding on the water; under a canopy sit Inherkau and his wife Uab wrapped in tight white robes; the boat is pulled by Inherkau's son. In the lower register a scarab hangs from a necklace in reference to a formula from the Book of the Dead.
Scene on the left wall of the burial chamber of Inherkau's tomb. At the top one can see a boat gliding on the water; under a canopy sit Inherkau and his wife Uab wrapped in tight white robes; the boat is pulled by Inherkau's son. In the lower register a scarab hangs from a necklace in reference to a formula from the Book of the Dead. - 31611
Amduat Second hour. Detail of the second boat ending with human heads surmounted by two feathers. In the centre of the boat between two female deities is a large sistrum, symbol of the goddess Hathor. At the front is a scarab.
Amduat Second hour. Detail of the second boat ending with human heads surmounted by two feathers. In the centre of the boat between two female deities is a large sistrum, symbol of the goddess Hathor. At the front is a scarab. - 31074
The scarab is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urai.
The scarab is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urai. - 21447
The winged scarab (Khepri) is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urei, which between their coils hold other solar discs.
The winged scarab (Khepri) is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urei, which between their coils hold other solar discs. - 21434
The winged scarab (Khepri) is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urei, which between their coils hold other solar discs.
The winged scarab (Khepri) is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urei, which between their coils hold other solar discs. - 21435
The winged scarab (Khepri) is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urei, which between their coils hold other solar discs.
The winged scarab (Khepri) is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urei, which between their coils hold other solar discs. - 21436
This necklace consists of a simple strand of cornaline granules with a beetle head in the centre.
This necklace consists of a simple strand of cornaline granules with a beetle head in the centre. - 21190
The decoration of the lower surfaces consists of a spiral motif, within which is engraved a hieroglyphic 'the perfect god Amenemhat'. The scarabeus sacer, identified by the Egyptians with the god Khepri, the one who was regenerated, was a symbol of rebirth and becoming and was for them a powerful amulet
The decoration of the lower surfaces consists of a spiral motif, within which is engraved a hieroglyphic 'the perfect god Amenemhat'. The scarabeus sacer, identified by the Egyptians with the god Khepri, the one who was regenerated, was a symbol of rebirth and becoming and was for them a powerful amulet - 21567
The decoration of the lower surfaces consists of a spiral motif, within which is engraved a hieroglyphic 'the perfect god Amenemhat'. The scarabeus sacer, identified by the Egyptians with the god Khepri, the one who was regenerated, was a symbol of rebirth and becoming and was for them a powerful amulet
The decoration of the lower surfaces consists of a spiral motif, within which is engraved a hieroglyphic 'the perfect god Amenemhat'. The scarabeus sacer, identified by the Egyptians with the god Khepri, the one who was regenerated, was a symbol of rebirth and becoming and was for them a powerful amulet - 21568
The winged scarab (Khepri) is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urei, which between their coils hold other solar discs.
The winged scarab (Khepri) is flanked by the two goddesses Isis and Nephthys, who, kneeling, invoke Ra from the heart of the deceased. The upper part of the breastplate shows a solar disc between two urei, which between their coils hold other solar discs. - 21433
The main element is the scarab, made of amethyst. It is set in a gold frame. The outer rim consists of two strands of circular beads made of gold and semiprecious stones, connected by two urei bearing as many cornaline sun discs.
The main element is the scarab, made of amethyst. It is set in a gold frame. The outer rim consists of two strands of circular beads made of gold and semiprecious stones, connected by two urei bearing as many cornaline sun discs. - 21428
The main element is the scarab, made of amethyst. It is set in a gold frame. The outer rim consists of two strands of circular beads made of gold and semiprecious stones, connected by two urei bearing as many cornaline sun discs.
The main element is the scarab, made of amethyst. It is set in a gold frame. The outer rim consists of two strands of circular beads made of gold and semiprecious stones, connected by two urei bearing as many cornaline sun discs. - 21429
The image of the sun is replaced by a Selenic disc in electro that surmounts a crescent moon made of gold. The wings of the scarab are slightly open and touch the two ends of the crescent moon. The counterweight is heart-shaped and incorporates the ruler's prename supported by urei.
The image of the sun is replaced by a Selenic disc in electro that surmounts a crescent moon made of gold. The wings of the scarab are slightly open and touch the two ends of the crescent moon. The counterweight is heart-shaped and incorporates the ruler's prename supported by urei. - 21513
This unusual amulet depicts an amber scarab, inlaid with the image of a heron. It is mounted on a gold plate on which a text from the Book of the Dead is inscribed.
This unusual amulet depicts an amber scarab, inlaid with the image of a heron. It is mounted on a gold plate on which a text from the Book of the Dead is inscribed. - 21499
This atypical ring has a solid gold body, finished at both ends with a thread, also made of gold, to which, instead of a bezel, is attached a lapis lazuli scarab, with painted wings and head, capable of rotating on itself, which surmounts the ankh cross
This atypical ring has a solid gold body, finished at both ends with a thread, also made of gold, to which, instead of a bezel, is attached a lapis lazuli scarab, with painted wings and head, capable of rotating on itself, which surmounts the ankh cross - 21485
It consists of a gold bottom plate in the centre of which an oval hole has been drilled to set a large green stone scarab.
It consists of a gold bottom plate in the centre of which an oval hole has been drilled to set a large green stone scarab. - 21612
The form of the pectoral is simple: made of gilded wood, it is inlaid with a frame of small squares and a central inscription in glass paste. The counterweight consists of a hard stone scarab while the necklace is made of strands of drop-shaped beads in gold, cornaline, lapis lazuli and turquoise.
The form of the pectoral is simple: made of gilded wood, it is inlaid with a frame of small squares and a central inscription in glass paste. The counterweight consists of a hard stone scarab while the necklace is made of strands of drop-shaped beads in gold, cornaline, lapis lazuli and turquoise. - 21724
Scarab bracelet found inside a wooden scroll-shaped container together with other jewellery. The bracelet is rigid and shows signs of use. It is composed of two semicircles held together by a hinge and a clasp for opening. The decoration is purely symmetrical. A scarab made of lapis lazuli is placed in the centre, the rest of the animal's body is made of gold, executed with precision and realism. The scarab is surrounded by a thin line in gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian. The rest of the bracelet has been decorated with quartzite flowers, mouthpieces and rosettes.
Scarab bracelet found inside a wooden scroll-shaped container together with other jewellery. The bracelet is rigid and shows signs of use. It is composed of two semicircles held together by a hinge and a clasp for opening. The decoration is purely symmetrical. A scarab made of lapis lazuli is placed in the centre, the rest of the animal's body is made of gold, executed with precision and realism. The scarab is surrounded by a thin line in gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian. The rest of the bracelet has been decorated with quartzite flowers, mouthpieces and rosettes. - 21400
Scarab bracelet found inside a wooden scroll-shaped container together with other jewellery. The bracelet is rigid and shows signs of use. It is composed of two semicircles held together by a hinge and a clasp for opening. The decoration is purely symmetrical. A scarab made of lapis lazuli is placed in the centre, the rest of the animal's body is made of gold, executed with precision and realism. The scarab is surrounded by a thin line in gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian. The rest of the bracelet has been decorated with quartzite flowers, mouthpieces and rosettes.
Scarab bracelet found inside a wooden scroll-shaped container together with other jewellery. The bracelet is rigid and shows signs of use. It is composed of two semicircles held together by a hinge and a clasp for opening. The decoration is purely symmetrical. A scarab made of lapis lazuli is placed in the centre, the rest of the animal's body is made of gold, executed with precision and realism. The scarab is surrounded by a thin line in gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian. The rest of the bracelet has been decorated with quartzite flowers, mouthpieces and rosettes. - 21401
Scarab bracelet found inside a wooden scroll-shaped container together with other jewellery. The bracelet is rigid and shows signs of use. It is composed of two semicircles held together by a hinge and a clasp for opening. The decoration is purely symmetrical. A scarab made of lapis lazuli is placed in the centre, the rest of the animal's body is made of gold, executed with precision and realism. The scarab is surrounded by a thin line in gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian. The rest of the bracelet has been decorated with quartzite flowers, mouthpieces and rosettes.
Scarab bracelet found inside a wooden scroll-shaped container together with other jewellery. The bracelet is rigid and shows signs of use. It is composed of two semicircles held together by a hinge and a clasp for opening. The decoration is purely symmetrical. A scarab made of lapis lazuli is placed in the centre, the rest of the animal's body is made of gold, executed with precision and realism. The scarab is surrounded by a thin line in gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian. The rest of the bracelet has been decorated with quartzite flowers, mouthpieces and rosettes. - 21402
Scarab bracelet found inside a wooden scroll-shaped container together with other jewellery. The bracelet is rigid and shows signs of use. It is composed of two semicircles held together by a hinge and a clasp for opening. The decoration is purely symmetrical. A scarab made of lapis lazuli is placed in the centre, the rest of the animal's body is made of gold, executed with precision and realism. The scarab is surrounded by a thin line in gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian. The rest of the bracelet has been decorated with quartzite flowers, mouthpieces and rosettes.
Scarab bracelet found inside a wooden scroll-shaped container together with other jewellery. The bracelet is rigid and shows signs of use. It is composed of two semicircles held together by a hinge and a clasp for opening. The decoration is purely symmetrical. A scarab made of lapis lazuli is placed in the centre, the rest of the animal's body is made of gold, executed with precision and realism. The scarab is surrounded by a thin line in gold, lapis lazuli, turquoise and carnelian. The rest of the bracelet has been decorated with quartzite flowers, mouthpieces and rosettes. - 21399
A breastplate in the form of a winged beetle found inside an ebony and ivory container. The beetle is placed in the centre and has two falcon wings decorated using the cloisonné technique to imitate the bird's plumage. The insect represents Khepri, symbol of the sun god, who pushes the sun disc into the sky every day, here represented on the beetle's head. At the bottom there are three vertical bars protruding from the hieroglyphic symbol neb. Thus, the entire object was conceived as a graphic representation of the ruler's name. Nebkheperure.
A breastplate in the form of a winged beetle found inside an ebony and ivory container. The beetle is placed in the centre and has two falcon wings decorated using the cloisonné technique to imitate the bird's plumage. The insect represents Khepri, symbol of the sun god, who pushes the sun disc into the sky every day, here represented on the beetle's head. At the bottom there are three vertical bars protruding from the hieroglyphic symbol neb. Thus, the entire object was conceived as a graphic representation of the ruler's name. Nebkheperure. - 21422
Ithyphallic Osiris depicted prone inside a mountain. His attire features an elaborate pearl collar and dress decorated with two hawks crossing their wings at waist height and framing a solar disc with a scarab. The god is supported by the guardian serpent Nehep. A beetle emerges from the mountain, pushing a solar disc to symbolise the birth of the sun.
Ithyphallic Osiris depicted prone inside a mountain. His attire features an elaborate pearl collar and dress decorated with two hawks crossing their wings at waist height and framing a solar disc with a scarab. The god is supported by the guardian serpent Nehep. A beetle emerges from the mountain, pushing a solar disc to symbolise the birth of the sun. - 30394
Scene from the Book of the Earth. Gods with ram and scarab heads protect a scarab pushing the solar disc.
Scene from the Book of the Earth. Gods with ram and scarab heads protect a scarab pushing the solar disc. - 31900
Scene from the Book of the Earth. Above, gods with ram and scarab heads protect a scarab pushing the sun disc. At the bottom the sky god creates the child sun. Around him groups of stars and twelve goddesses of the hours.
Scene from the Book of the Earth. Above, gods with ram and scarab heads protect a scarab pushing the sun disc. At the bottom the sky god creates the child sun. Around him groups of stars and twelve goddesses of the hours. - 31899
Ithyphallic Osiris depicted prone inside a mountain. His attire features an elaborate pearl collar and dress decorated with two hawks crossing their wings at waist height and framing a solar disc with a scarab. The god is supported by the guardian serpent Nehep. A beetle emerges from the mountain, pushing a solar disc to symbolise the birth of the sun.
Ithyphallic Osiris depicted prone inside a mountain. His attire features an elaborate pearl collar and dress decorated with two hawks crossing their wings at waist height and framing a solar disc with a scarab. The god is supported by the guardian serpent Nehep. A beetle emerges from the mountain, pushing a solar disc to symbolise the birth of the sun. - 32007
In the centre of the jewel stands the image of a lapis lazuli scarab spreading its wings. On either side of the winged scarab are the kneeling goddesses Isis and Nephty.
In the centre of the jewel stands the image of a lapis lazuli scarab spreading its wings. On either side of the winged scarab are the kneeling goddesses Isis and Nephty. - 26732
In the centre of the necklace is the image of a lapis lazuli scarab spreading its wings. On either side of the winged scarab are two kneeling women. A winged solar disc is surmounting the scene.
In the centre of the necklace is the image of a lapis lazuli scarab spreading its wings. On either side of the winged scarab are two kneeling women. A winged solar disc is surmounting the scene. - 26688

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