Ancient Egyptian horse figurine from Naukratis dated 699 – 500 BC

Limestone figure of a horse and rider. Crudely executed, back legs of horse missing, though traces of modern glue around the break may indicate breakage since entering the museum. Horse is very rounded, but its ears and two front legs are present as is its mane using incised lines. The rider is sketchily formed, with legs astride the horse, arms holding the horses back, and a short truncated upper body without a neck or it’s possible that the top of the figure is missing. Traces of red paint on the figure. 59 written on the underside in modern black ink.

Ancient Egyptian horse figurine from Naukratis dated 699 – 500 BC

Object details

  • Latitude: 30.901111
  • Longitude: 30.5925