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First dynasties (3150 – 2686). Statue of Heqat, the Frog Goddess . Predynastic Period, Late Naqada III Period to Early Dynastic Period, Early Dynasty 1.
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First dynasties (3150 – 2686)
Statue of Heqat, the Frog Goddess. Predynastic Period, Late Naqada III Period to Early Dynastic Period, Early Dynasty 1 This statue marks the beginning of a great tradition of animal sculpture in Egyptian art. The eyes are large and dome-shaped, the body compact and massive. In addition, the sculptor has shown great sensitivity to the natural banding of the stone, using it to enhance the roundness of the frog's form.
Shallow Dish. Early Dynastic Period, Dynasty 2, reign of Nynetjer or later
Narmer Narmer Palette (back)
Horus Djer From Saqqara on Wood, Possibly recording a Ceremony of Human Sacrifice.