Two Egyptian Amarna Terracotta Painted Sherds, Amarna Period, ca. 1350 - 1334 BCE Seals - Intaglio The owl was the sacred

The owl was the sacred bird of Athena

a flaring top

repeating panels that echo floral and vegetal motifs

which has developed areas of iridescence and mottling from burial

Painted in cream and red-brown slip

Two Egyptian Amarna Terracotta Painted Sherds, Amarna Period, ca. 1350 - 1334 BCE Seals - Intaglio The owl was the sacredConstructed of Nile silt clay, these two pottery fragments are decorated with black pigment in organic linear motifs, possibly representing plants or flowers. Such vessel types were typically used to store oils, fats, unguents, wines, and fruits. The linear patterns demonstrate the delicate and intricate design style prevalent during the reign of Akhenaten in the Amarna Period. These fragments provide an intriguing glimpse into the artistry and