Egyptian Wooden Shabti for the High Priest of Amun lekythos Fashion played a vital role

Fashion played a vital role in Viking society

is home to three interrelated ethnic groups: the Abung (Abung Siwo Mego) of the northern highlands

accentuated by the rectangular planes of the broad forehead and prominent nose

and the mysterious aziza—small forest spirits said to live in anthills and silk-cotton trees

An outstanding example of tribal adornment

Egyptian Wooden Shabti for the High Priest of Amun lekythos Fashion played a vital roleRamesside Period, 19th Dynasty, New Kingdom of Egypt, c. 12941279 BC An absolutely stunning and finely carved wooden ushabti depicting a standing wab priest of Amun, carved with remarkable sensitivity and presence. The figure stands frontally with fused legs, dressed in daily attire rather than the more common mummiform shabti type, indicating elevated status. The elongated body is subtly modelled, with a gently defined abdomen and softly rounded