Egyptian Late Period (664 - 332 BCE) Votive Wooden Carrot on Stand

Originates from: Egypt

Era: 664 - 332 BCE

Dimensions: 5” H x 1.75” W x 1.75” D (on stand)

An incredibly rare object and scarcely found whimsy in ancient votive art, this stunning object is an ancient Egyptian carved wooden carrot (or similar vegetable), dating to the late period, 664 - 332 BCE. Used as a votive offering, placed in a tomb or grave, this piece would have been given to accompany the deceased into the afterlife, likely as an offering of health as it is known that carrots in Egypt of this period were mostly used medicinally as a treatment for the sick. Royal tombs often held wall paintings of carrot or similar vegetable harvests and also show evidence or plants being placed inside as offerings. 

Carved of cedar wood with remnants of original gesso and paint throughout. A rare object in stunning condition.

Provenance: From collection of Kelly Ramage, Ancient Resource & Malter Gallery. Ex J Rilling private collection.