Handmade in Egypt by a skilled artisan Replica of Pharaonic period Materials: painted soapstone
Ancient Egypt Bastet statue replica
BASTET GODDESS CAT made from natural soapstone.
Bastet, the ancient Egyptian goddess of home, fertility, and protection. Originally a lioness warrior goddess, Bastet transitioned to a cat goddess around 1500 BCE. She was the daughter of the sun god Ra and is associated with the Eye of Ra. Bastet protected the home from evil spirits and diseases, particularly those affecting women and children. She was also associated with music, dance, and pleasure, and her festivals were widely celebrated. Cats were considered sacred to her, and their remains were often mummified and buried in her honor.