Egyptian Bronze Figure of a Cat, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE Amulets Seals Scarabs Some panels were probably framed

Some panels were probably framed by a red grenade fillet

A single column of vertical text runs down the front that reads: “Illuminate

likely for grooming

thereafter the Harer Family Trust Collection

Egyptian Bronze Figure of a Cat, Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1069 - 945 BCE Amulets Seals Scarabs Some panels were probably framedSolid cast in the round using the lost wax method and elegantly proportioned, with naturalistic details, depicted seated with its forepaws together, its tail curving forward around the proper right side, the head with alert, erect ears, almond shaped ears, and a defined nose. Background: The domesticated cat is probably associated more with ancient Egypt than any other culture in the world. It is most commonly associated with the goddess Bastet, whose