Guardian in Turquoise Faience

A small standing figure with the head of a jackal is rendered in the formal, elongated manner of ancient Egyptian sculpture. Its upright posture, long ears, calm profile, and finely incised kilt create a composed ceremonial presence, while the worn turquoise-green glaze gathers into darker brown areas across the face, neck, and garment. Set against a neutral ground, the compact sculpture feels both tactile and solemn, its chipped edges and uneven surface preserving the passage of time.