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Magical wand. Egypt
Magical wand of ivory of hippopotamus tusk with images depicting deities and protective spirits to ward off evil spirits. To provide magical protection for mother and child. 1750 BC. 12th Dynasty. Middle Kingdom. From Thebes. British Museum. London. United Kingdom
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12th 1750 Carved Curved Deity Dynasty Evil Frog Hippopotamus Ivory Lion Magic Magical Protect Protection Protective Scarab Snake Spirit Spirits Thebes Tusk Wand Ward Apotropaic
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This ancient Egyptian artifact, dating back to the 12th Dynasty of the Middle Kingdom, around 1750 BC, is a beautifully carved ivory wand from Thebes, now housed in the British Museum in London, United Kingdom. The wand, which measures approximately 12 inches in length, is intricately decorated with images of various deities and protective spirits to ward off evil spirits. The primary purpose of this magical wand was to provide protection for a mother and her child. The wand's handle is carved in the shape of a curved hippopotamus tusk, an apotropaic symbol of strength and power in ancient Egyptian culture. The wand's head is adorned with a frog, a symbol of fertility and rebirth, as well as scarabs, which represent transformation and renewal. Protective spirits in the form of lions and snakes are depicted along the length of the wand, adding to its magical power. The lion, a symbol of courage and strength, and the snake, a symbol of rebirth and renewal, were believed to have the power to protect against harm and bring good fortune. The wand's intricate carvings and symbolism reflect the rich religious and cultural heritage of ancient Egypt. It is a testament to the deep belief in the power of magic and the protective spirits to keep the mother and child safe in a world filled with potential dangers.
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