Copy of an Egyptian Scarab beetle

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Copy of an Egyptian Scarab beetle

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University of Canterbury Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities

Collection

James Logie Memorial Collection

Description

This resin copy of an Egyptian scarab beetle features a hieroglyphic inscription on the base. The Egyptians saw the scarab as a symbol of renewal and rebirth. Scarab beetles were linked with the sun god Ra, particularly through his personification as Khepri. Scarab beetles are known for the balls of dung they lay their eggs in which was a symbol of the full circle of life and rebirth. Scarab... [Accession number: CC37]

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Image

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http://teecemuseum.nz/collection-item/1854847

Related subjects

Animals in art / Art and religion / Birds in art / Hieroglyphs / Writing and art / Egyptian (ancient)

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