Bulti fish cosmetic palette. 13.5cm long. The fish was a symbol of rebirth as it holds its babies in its mouth. It was therefore often used in funerary contexts.

Wooden ointment palette in the shape of a fish. New Kingdom.

Collection

Egypt Centre, University of Swansea

Inventory Number

3543593

Title

Bulti fish cosmetic palette. 13.5cm long. The fish was a symbol of rebirth as it holds its babies in its mouth. It was therefore often used in funerary contexts.

Object Type

Image

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