Size matters: Reconsidering Horus on the crocodiles in miniature

A Horus cippus is a specific type of magical stele thought to provide protection from wild animals. Horus cippi were available in a variety of sizes, ranging from small enough for an individual to wear as an amulet or otherwise carry around on his or her person, to large enough to erect and dedicate...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Jane Draycott
Format: Article
Language:fra
Published: Presses universitaires du Midi 2011-10-01
Series:Pallas
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Online Access:http://journals.openedition.org/pallas/2124