Egyptian Scarab Beetle
Egyptian Scarab Beetle
Rob Andrade
2017 | 3D-printed PLA plastic, Plaster
Cabinet of Curiosities, Ruane Center for the Humanities, Second Floor
About the Work
The scarab beetle was a popular motif in ancient Egypt, often used on amulets and impression seals. They were produced in vast numbers for many centuries, and were typically carved from stone or molded from faience, a glazed earthenware process creating a shiny blue-green appearance. These scarabs were generally intended to be worn or carried by the living, and the base was usually inscribed with designs or hieroglyphics.
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