Red Stone Amulet of Pataikos Style of 664-332 BC This red stone amulet depicts Pataikos, a dwarf deity from Egyptian mythology. He is depicted with a large head, a squat body, and he stands atop a flat and integral base. Perforated at the back of his head. In ancient Egypt, Pataikos was venerated as a guardian deity, believed to offer protection to individuals and households against malevolent spirits and supernatural threats. He was also associated with fertility and rebirth, embodying the cyclical nature of life and death in Egyptian religious beliefs. Dimensions: 50mm x 20mm; Weight: 25g 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.