A reproduction of an ancient Egyptian statuette of an ibis from the second half of the 1st millennium BC. The sacred ibis was revered by the ancient Egyptians as a symbol of Thoth, the god of wisdom and learning, who was thought to be immortal. Following the period of the New Kingdom, Egyptians used bronze statuettes of sacred animal deities as temple offerings. The balance displayed by this ancient bird make it an appealing ornament for any environment. It has been skillfully crafted by experienced workmen of the Hermitage workshops. Each product has been compared to the original and approved by museum specialists.
- Bronze
- H. 5 in (13 cm)
- L. 5 in (13 cm)
- W. 1 1/2 in (4 cm)
- Weight: 0,499 kg
