Egyptian Bastet Cat Statue Large - Antique Gold - Made in Egypt

  • $ 120.75


This statue features the likeness of the Egyptian cat Goddess Bastet. It was handmade from polymer with a hand painted finish. Yellow powder was added to accentuate details. The cat goddess is seated on top of a base with a lotus flower or hieroglyphic design. Made in Luxor, Egypt! 

This statue comes in a hieroglyphic box- perfect for gifting!   

The statue is 12" tall, hollow and made out of polymer. 

The goddess of plenty and joy, the cat Bastet represents the protective aspect of female power. Bastet is the daughter of Ra, the Sun God. She is aligned with the lioness and also represents the attributes of ferocious protection. Bastet is associated with the home and dancing. The Egyptians found cats fascinating, even regarding them as godlike. Because cats were deeply respected, they were often mummified and even buried in great tombs with their owners.         

   

   


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Chris

Piece just as described, totally chic, and super fast shipping. Love it.