Cats in ancient Egypt - Wikipedia
WEBLearn about the history, culture and religion of cats in ancient Egypt, from the first cat-headed deity Mafdet to the mummification of domestic cats. See examples of cat statues, amulets and murals from different periods and sites.
The Gayer-Anderson cat - British Museum
WEBLearn about the Gayer-Anderson cat, a stunning example of ancient Egyptian sculpture depicting the goddess Bastet in feline form. Discover its history, symbolism, and how to see it in the museum's Egyptian sculpture gallery.
Cat figurine | Late Period–Ptolemaic Period | The Metropolitan …
WEBA seated cat figurine from the Late Period–Ptolemaic Period, representing Bastet, the goddess of Lower Egypt. The figurine has earrings, a scarab, and a wedjet amulet, and was possibly a temple offering or a cat mummy container.
Bastet | Symbols & Facts | Britannica
WEBBastet, ancient Egyptian goddess worshiped in the form of a lioness and later a cat. The daughter of Re, the sun god, Bastet was an ancient deity whose ferocious nature was ameliorated after the domestication of the cat around 1500 BCE.
Cat Statuette intended to contain a mummified cat
WEBA leaded bronze statue from Egypt that contained a mummified cat, the sacred animal of the goddess Bastet. Learn about the history, symbolism, and artistry of this Ptolemaic Period object on view at The Met Fifth Avenue.
Gayer-Anderson cat - Wikipedia
WEBThe Gayer-Anderson cat is an ancient Egyptian statue of a cat, which dates from the Late Period (around 664–332 BC). It is made of bronze, with gold ornaments.
Explore Cats and Gods in Ancient Egyptian Art and Culture - My …
WEBOct 16, 2021 · Learn how cats were domesticated, revered, and mummified in ancient Egypt. Explore the role of Bastet, the feline goddess, and see examples of cat statues, amulets, and paintings.
Divine Felines: Cats of Ancient Egypt - Brooklyn Museum
WEBJul 24, 2013 · Divine Felines: Cats of Ancient Egypt explores the role of cats, lions, and other feline creatures in Egyptian mythology, kingship, and everyday life through nearly thirty different representations of cats from our world-famous Egyptian collection.
Egyptian Cat Goddess Bastet, Protector of the King
WEBOct 5, 2019 · Bastet, the Egyptian cat goddess, was both seductive and ferocious. The protector of the king, this feline deity was loved through most of Egypt’s long history. The wondrous world of Egyptian deities is filled with all manner of fantastic creatures, each one captivating in its unique depiction.
Amazon.com: Egyptian Cat Statue
WEBBrowse a wide selection of Egyptian cat statues, also known as Bastet, the goddess of protection and fertility. Find different sizes, colors, styles and prices of resin, bronze and ceramic figurines for home decor or collectibles.