Ancient Egyptian Gilded Wood and Lapis Lazuli Inlaid Eye of Horus Fragment serving both practical and decorative

serving both practical and decorative purposes

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Ancient Egyptian Gilded Wood and Lapis Lazuli Inlaid Eye of Horus Fragment serving both practical and decorativeAn Ancient Egyptian carved wooden fragment featuring a finely rendered Eye of Horus (Wedjat), dating to the Late Period (circa 664332 BC). The eye is executed in raised relief and enriched with gilding, with the inlaid eye composed of deep blue lapis lazuli set within a lighter stone sclera. The contrast between the gold and lapis creates a striking visual effect, symbolizing protection, restoration, and divine power in Egyptian belief. The fragment