{"product_id":"egyptian-glazed-steatite-scarab-with-geometric-motif","title":"Egyptian Glazed Steatite Scarab with Geometric Motif","description":"\u003cbr\u003eSecond Intermediate Period, c. 1750–1550 BCE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCarved from steatite and pierced longitudinally for suspension or wear as an amuletic ring, this scarab features a stylized beetle back defined by grooved linear sutures demarcating the clypeus, head, prothorax, and wing cases, flanked by notched legs along the profile. The flat underside is deeply incised with a symmetrical, quadripartite geometric labyrinth design—a hallmark motif of the Second Intermediate Period (Dynasties 13–17 \/ Hyksos era). Divided along a cruciform axis, each quadrant displays nested angles paired with notched ladder bars, a talismanic pattern favored for its protective, apotropaic qualities and association with solar renewal. The piece displays a weathered, soft beige surface with remnants of its original glaze, authentic earthen encrustation in the deep recesses, and minor edge wear.\u003cbr\u003eLength: 3\/4 in. (1.9 cm) | Provenance: Ex Secret Eye Gallery, NYC, 1980s\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Art for Eternity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54082042757434,"sku":"17930","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0775\/5120\/6714\/files\/100505.jpg?v=1789667583","url":"https:\/\/howardnowes.com\/products\/egyptian-glazed-steatite-scarab-with-geometric-motif","provider":"Art for Eternity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}