Egyptian Turquoise-Glazed Steatite Janiform Plaque Dedicated to Amun

A beautiful, green-glazed steatite, Egyptian janiform plaque evoking the god Amun. The obverse features various apotropaic hieroglyphs, moulded in high relief. They include two large feather’s of Maat, flanking a central djed pillar. Above the pillar is a circular sun disk. Below this configuration is a horizontal rectangular sign, most likely a stylised ‘men’ sign. The amalgamation of signs would suggest a dedication to Amun. To the flat reverse are another four signs, deeply incised and clear. To the right are two symmetrical feathers of Maat. To the left is a large ‘mn’ draughtboard sign 𓏠. Beneath this is a winged ureaus, turned on its side, with it’s wings facing the bottom of the plaque. The four signs are bordered by a rectangular frame.  The plaque is pierced for suspension.