Egyptian Glass Amulet Plaque of an Erect Uraeus Cobra Islamic Incised chinese characters probably from

Incised chinese characters probably from later period

The upper register features a draped frontal “cloth

umbilical cords of twins

In Jewish tradition

a characteristic of Chimú silverwork

Egyptian Glass Amulet Plaque of an Erect Uraeus Cobra Islamic Incised chinese characters probably fromLate Period to Ptolemaic Period, c. 66430 BC, Egypt An exquisite and richly symbolic fragment, this mold formed glass amulet plaque features the iconic uraeus cobra, masterfully rendered in delicate detail. The cobra is depicted in its classic upright and rearing stance, with its hood dramatically flared, the coiled body tucked behind its head, and the tapering tail trailing downward. The narrow head displays pronounced, watchful eyes and a closed,