Egyptian Bronze Seated Cat

Egyptian Bronze Seated Cat, Late Period, ca. 715-330 BC. A classic example of the very popular Egyptian cat, a symbol of the Egyptian deity Bastet. The cat is sleekly modeled sitting upright with its tail curling around its forepaws. The piece is completely intact with a suspension loop. Brown patina and earthen encrustation. Ex HJB 175th Buy or Bid sale. July 2011, lot 284, Ex R.W. Richardson Antiques, London; Thale Collection, Wilmette IL, acquired 1962. H. 2 1/8" (5 cm)..