ca. 663–323 BC. Late Period. Egyptian. A green glazed faience amulet of the Eye of Horus, with black glaze over the eyebrow and the large pupil on one side, and a restored vertical cosmetic line below the front of the eye. The Eye of Horus, said to be torn out by that god's uncle Seth during an ambush and replaced by the loving Hathor, was a symbol associated with protection from all sorts of bad forces.Provenance: Private London collection; formerly acquired in the UK art market from 1960s-80s collections.Size: L:13mm / W:22mm ; 1.6g