Ancient Egyptian Faience Shu Amulet - Great! Circa 4th-1st century BC, Ptolemaic Period This exquisite faience amulet portrays Shu, an essential deity in ancient Egyptian mythology, revered as the personification of air and light. Here, Shu is depicted as a man wearing a short kilt, kneeling with his arms raised, and the sun disk positioned directly above his head. Shu played a vital role in Egyptian cosmology, serving as the god of the atmosphere and the space between the earth and sky. He was believed to hold up the sky (Nut) from his outstretched arms, creating the separation between heaven and earth. Shu's name itself means "emptiness" or "he who rises up," emphasizing his association with the air and the space above the earth. Dimensions: 19mm x 10mm; weight 1g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-1960 Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.