Steatite Collection

Scarab of Seti I (image 2 of 2), Reign of Seti I (1314-1304). Creator: Unknown
Scarab of Seti I (image 2 of 2), Reign of Seti I (1314-1304)

Scarab of Seti I (image 1 of 2), Reign of Seti I (1314-1304). Creator: Unknown
Scarab of Seti I (image 1 of 2), Reign of Seti I (1314-1304)

Scarab Depicting a Baboon before the Throne Name of Ramses II, 19th dynasty (1304-1201 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab Depicting a Baboon before the Throne Name of Ramses II (image 2 of 2), 19th dynasty (1304-1201 BCE)

Faience Scarab Depicting a Beetle Flanked by Cobras, 18th-26th dynasties (1569-525 BCE) or modern. Creator: Unknown
Faience Scarab Depicting a Beetle Flanked by Cobras (image 2 of 2), 18th-26th dynasties (1569-525 BCE) or modern

Scarab with Two Bound Enemies (image 2 of 2), 18th-26th dynasties (1504-525 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab with Two Bound Enemies (image 2 of 2), 18th-26th dynasties (1504-525 BCE)

Seated Baboon, New Kingdom (1550-1070 B.C.). Creator: Unknown
Seated Baboon, New Kingdom (1550-1070 B.C

Standing Woman, Late Period (724-333 BCE)(?). Creator: Unknown
Standing Woman, Late Period (724-333 BCE)(?)

Hyksos Scarab with Foreign King's Name (image 1 of 2), 13th-16th Dynasties (1786-1569 B.C.). Creator: Unknown
Hyksos Scarab with Foreign King's Name (image 1 of 2), 13th-16th Dynasties (1786-1569 B.C.)

Scarab with Protective Inscription (image 2 of 2), 18th-26th Dynasty (1569-525 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab with Protective Inscription (image 2 of 2), 18th-26th Dynasty (1569-525 BCE)

Scarab Inscribed with a Protective Inscription including the Underworld Deity Maahis...1569-711 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Scarab Inscribed with a Protective Inscription including the Underworld Deity Maahis (image 2 of 2), 18th-24th Dynasty (1569-711 BCE)

Hyksos Scarab with Foreign King's Name (image 2 of 2), 13th-16th Dynasties (1786-1569 B.C.). Creator: Unknown
Hyksos Scarab with Foreign King's Name (image 2 of 2), 13th-16th Dynasties (1786-1569 B.C.)

The Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, 7th century. Creator: Unknown
The Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, 7th century

Faience Scarab Depicting a Human Figure (image 1 of 2), Perhaps 12th-16th Dynasty (1991-1600 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Faience Scarab Depicting a Human Figure (image 1 of 2), Perhaps 12th-16th Dynasty (1991-1600 BCE)

Scarab With King's Throne Name, Maa-ib-re (Sheshi) (image 2 of 2), 15th dynasty (1664–1555 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab With King's Throne Name, Maa-ib-re (Sheshi) (image 2 of 2), 15th dynasty (1664-1555 BCE)

Faience Scarab Depicting a Human Figure (image 2 of 2), Perhaps 12th-16th Dynasty (1991-1600 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Faience Scarab Depicting a Human Figure (image 2 of 2), Perhaps 12th-16th Dynasty (1991-1600 BCE)

Jar, between c.2700 and c.2500 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Jar, between c.2700 and c.2500 B.C

Soap Stone Stove, c. 1940. Creator: Raymond Neumann
Soap Stone Stove, c. 1940

Street view, The Lizard, Landewednack, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Taken from The Square by Hills Hotel looking towards the post office on Pentreath Lane. The image shows the Great Western Railway parcels receiving office

Snuff Bottle with Scholars and Assistants Opening a Scroll, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1800-1900

Amulet of the God Osiris-Canopus, Egypt, 2nd century AD. Creator: Unknown
Amulet of the God Osiris-Canopus, Egypt, 2nd century AD

Amulet of the Goddess Hathor, Egypt, New Kingdom-Late Period (about 1550-332 BCE)

Amulet of Double Plumes, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE)

Amulet of a Forked Lance (Pesekh-kef), Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE)

Statuette of the God Osiris Seated, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26-31 (664-332 BCE)

Lamp in Form of Four-Pointed Star, Egypt, Coptic Period (4th-7th century AD)

Shabti, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-19 (about 1550-1186 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Shabti, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-19 (about 1550-1186 BCE)

Scaraboid: Wedjat Eye, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1550-1295 BCE)

Ring: Cowroid with Sistrum and Pendant Uraeui, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1350 BCE)

Scarab: Scarab Beetle with Hieroglyphs (wedjat eyes, nfr-signs, nbw-sign), Egypt, First Intermediate Period-Middle Kingdom, Dynasties 9-12 (about 2160-1773 BCE)

Scarab: Rabbit with Hathor Sistrum, Egypt, New Kingdom-Late Period, Dynasties 18-26 (about 1550-525 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs (scarab beetle, nfr-sign, red crown), Egypt, Middle Kingdom-Second Intermediate Period, Dynasties 12-17 (about 2055-1550 BCE)

Scaraboid: Duck with Head lying on its Side, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1550-1295 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs, Egypt, New Kingdom-Late Period, Dynasties 18-26 (about 1550-525 BCE)

Scaraboid: Frog, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period-Early New Kingdom, Dynasties 15-18 (about 1650-1295 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs (swt, nfr, Dd, anx, nb), Egypt, Middle Kingdom-Second Intermediate Period, Dynasties 12-15 (about 1985-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Falcon Deity, Egypt, New Kingdom-Third Intermediate Period, Dynasties 19-21 (about 1186-945 BCE)

Scaraboid: Crocodile, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE)

Scarab: Cross Pattern, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs (nsw-bity, Dd, anx, nb), Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasties 12-14 (about 1985-1650 BCE)

Scarab: Falcon Deity, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period-New Kingdom, Dynasties 15-20 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scaraboid: Two Scarabs Side By Side, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE)

Scarab: Cross Pattern, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1550-1295 BCE)

Scaraboid: Duck with Head Resting on Back, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1550-1295 BCE)

Scarab: Unlinked Scrolls and Spirals, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scaraboid: Calf (?), Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE)

Scarab: Cobras Addorsed and Linked, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scaraboid: Hedgehog, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-19 (about 1550-1186 BCE)

Scarab: Hathor Head with Woven Pattern, Egypt, Middle Kingdom-New Kingdom, Dynasties 12-18 (about 1985-1295 BCE)

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Steatite, also known as soapstone, is a versatile and fascinating material that has been used throughout history for various purposes. From the early 1900s in Landewednack, Cornwall to ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt, it has left its mark on different cultures. In the quaint village of Landewednack in Cornwall, England, one can imagine strolling through its streets and catching a glimpse structures. Perhaps it was used to build houses or even create intricate sculptures that adorned the town's buildings. The Lizard Peninsula is known for its rich geological history, and steatite adds another layer to this captivating landscape. Traveling back in time to ancient Mesopotamia during the reign of Gudea, city ruler of Lagash in Sumer (2144-2124 BCE), we find evidence being utilized by skilled artisans. Mesopotamian art often featured statues made from this durable stone material. Gudea's statue could have been carved out as a symbol of his power and authority. Moving eastward towards China during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911), we encounter a snuff bottle crafted with great precision from steatite. This delicate piece depicts scholars opening a scroll with their assistants nearby. Steeped in Chinese culture and tradition, such artifacts showcase how steatite transcended borders and found its way into diverse artistic expressions. Egyptian civilization also embraced the use across different periods. An amulet depicting Osiris-Canopus from the 2nd century AD showcases both religious significance and craftsmanship associated with this stone material. Similarly, an amulet featuring Hathor from the New Kingdom-Late Period highlights how Egyptians incorporated symbolism into their jewelry using materials like steatite. The Late Period in Egypt witnessed an array of amulets made from steatite: the Amulet of Double Plumes, symbolizing power and protection.