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eqyptian bastet cat sculpture

"Egyptian Cat Bastet - Saqqara, Egypt. 1200 BC"

"The first reference to the domestic cat appears in the eleventh dynasty. Because it was hostile to snakes, it became a sacred animal of the Sun God. In the New Kingdom, the male cat was regarded as an incarnation of the Sun God and the female cat was equated with the solar eye. Feline figures may display a scarab, the symbol of the rising sun, engraved on the head or breast thus showing their solar significance. The domestic cat attained special significance as the sacred animal of the Goddess Bastet. Hundreds of figures were set up as votive offerings in the temple at Bubastis in order that the donor might share in the Goddess’s grace. Actual mummies of cats were buried by the thousands in special cemeteries in the area.15""H "


Wood statuette, 'Kitty Cat Angel'

Wood statuette, 'Kitty Cat Angel'

A tall white angel reveals the gentle features of a spotted kitten who clasps her paws in prayer. This whimsical image comes from Nengah Sudarsana, who shares his love for animals through his work. Carved from Balinese albesia wood, the statuette is beautifully painted by hand.


Wood statuette, 'Angelic Siamese Cat'

Wood statuette, 'Angelic Siamese Cat'

A gentle angel reveals the sweet blue eyes of a Siamese cat who clasps her paws in prayer. This whimsical image comes from Nengah Sudarsana, who shares his love for animals through his work. Carved from Balinese albesia wood, the statuette is beautifully painted by hand.


Wood statuette, 'Tabby Cat Angel'

Wood statuette, 'Tabby Cat Angel'

A graceful angel reveals the features of an orange tabby cat clasping her paws in prayer. This fanciful image comes from Nengah Sudarsana, who shares his love for animals through his work. Carved from Balinese albesia wood, the statuette is beautifully painted by hand.


Wood statuette, 'Cat in Meditation' praying cat sculpture

Wood statuette, 'Cat in Meditation'

Assuming a human position, a cat meditates and seems to smile. Nengah Sudarsana shares his deep love of animals through his sculptures. With this carving, he communicates the feline's peacefulness and serenity.


Wood statuette, 'Sleeping Tabby Cat'
Ceramic figurine, 'Magical Cat'

Ceramic figurine, 'Magical Cat'

For Juan Modesto Pena, this handsome cat is a magical creature. He shapes the regal feline in ceramic and gives it a speckled glaze. Hand-painted flowers adorn the pretty kitty.


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©"The Giant Bastet of Karnak Temple" Sculpture

This image of the Egyptian cat goddess, Bastet, is paired with the fierce cobra that epitomizes her power. Beautiful alone or as a pair flanking a doorway, she makes a dramatic statement. Our quality designer resin work of art is finished in faux ebony and gold for your home or garden.


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©"Purr" Wall Sculpture

The beauty of Ann Douglas Zeleny's artistic wall sculpture might make you think it belongs in a temple. Zeleny recognizes a cat's purr as a pure form of meditation and manages to embody the absolute dignity of the feline. Our exclusive sculpture can even hold water. Cast in quality designer resin for home or garden gallery.


Cat Angel Pet Monument

Cat Angel Pet Monument

Monuments to pets in Europe are quite common. This beautiful angel marker instantly brought to mind those we've seen there honoring four-legged friends past and present. Our solid cast aluminum marker is finished in black with gold antiquing and can be customized with up to 7 letters/spaces on the top line and 9 on the bottom. 12"Wx13"H. 2 lbs.


Beach Bum Cat Metal Wire Pet Sculpture

Beach Bum Cat Metal Wire Pet Sculpture

The cool dude bongo cat is 5 inches wide x 7.5 inches high. Made of painted metal and wire with strategically placed springs that create bobble heads, arms tails and even tongues. This little cat is caught in the act of playing his bongos on the beach wit the sun and seagulls. Beach bum cat wire metal pet sculpture. This item usually ships in 3-8 Business Days


Cat Neon Sculpture

Cat Neon Sculpture

Cat Neon Sculpture has 2 modes--steady or flash--to set the mood for your spooky scene! No cord is needed, so you can place it anywhere. Sculpture uses 4 "AA" batteries, not included. About 8"H.


"Cat with Kittens Sculpture - Egyptian, 600-30 B.C., The Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago"

"Egyptian Collection  - The cat in ancient Egypt represented the goddess Bastet in one of her aspects. She was goddess of Bubastis, a city in the northeastern Delta. Originally linked to the sun god Re, she came to be associated with joy, felicity, and family closeness. She became very popular in the first millennium B.C. and joyous pilgrimages by boat were made to Bubastis for Bastet’s festivals. Small bronze figures such as this were left as votive offerings in her shrines.2.2"" "


"Sacred Cat Sculpture - Egyptian, 600 - 30 B.C"

"The cat was sacred in ancient Egypt. Admired for its virility, strength and agility, it was also the symbol of Bastet, the benevolent cat goddess who represented motherhood and joy. She was often portrayed as a woman with a cat's head. Bubastis, a city in Lower Egypt, was famous for its yearly festival in honor of Bastet and for its great cemetery of mummified cats.Approx 2"" H"


Mummy Shaped Cat Sculpture - Smithsonian Institution

Mummy Shaped Cat Sculpture - Smithsonian Institution

"Egyptian Collection - The cat was sacred in ancient Egypt. It was associated with Bastet, the cat-headed goddess of Bubastis,a city in the northeastern Delta of Lower Egypt.The mummification of cats began around 700 B.C.The wrapping of linen strips was sometimes meticulously designed as on this brooch which is adapted from a large cat mummy in the National Museum of Natural History\'s Old World Archaeological Collection.2.5\"" high "


Bongo Cat Wire Metal Pet Sculpture

Bongo Cat Wire Metal Pet Sculpture

The cool dude bongo cat is 5 inches wide x 7.5 inches high. Made of painted metal and wire with strategically placed springs that create bobble heads, arms tails and even tongues. This little cat is caught in the act of playing his bongos. Bongo cat wire metal pet sculpture. This item usually ships in 3-8 Business Days


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©"Icons of Ancient Egypt" Sculpture: Bastet

You'll evoke the mystery of ancient Egypt with the golden light emanating from this ingenious work of decorative art! Named for Bastet, the cat goddess, this amazingly detailed sculpture is cast in amber glass and designer resin, then finished in two-toned faux metal to add exotic flair to any dècor. See Additional Views for set details.


"Egyptian Cat Bastet : Egyptian Museum, Cairo. 600 B.C."

" The first reference to the domestic cat appears in the eleventh dynasty. Because it was hostile to snakes, it became a sacred animal of the Sun God. In the New Kingdom, the male cat was regarded as an incarnation of the Sun God and the female cat was equated with the solar eye. Feline figures may display a scarab, the symbol of the rising sun, engraved on the head or breast thus showing their solar significance. The domestic cat attained special significance as the sacred animal of the Goddess Bastet. Hundreds of figures were set up as votive offerings in the temple at Bubastis in order that the donor might share in the Goddess's grace. Actual mummies of cats were buried by the thousands in special cemeteries in the area. 9.5""H (24cm) : Casting stone, Bronze"


"Medium Egyptian cat Bastet - Egyptian Museum, Cairo. 600 B.C."

"Cats were sacred to Bastet, a sun goddess who represents the warm, life giving power of the sun. She was known as the goddess of joy and protector of women. She is usually represented as a lion or cat-headed figure. In the New Kingdom, the male cat was regarded as an incarnation of the Sun God and the female cat was equated with the solar eye. Feline figures may display a scarab, the symbol of the rising sun, engraved on the head or breast thus showing their solar significance. Hundreds of figures were set up as votive offerings in the temple of Bastet at Bubastis in order that the donor might share in the Goddess's grace. Actual mummies of cats were buried by the thousands in special cemeteries in the area. Cats protected the temples from snakes. The ancient Egyptians held cats in the highest esteem and the penalties for injuring or killing a cat were very severe.9.5""H (24cm) : 3.5lbs : Bonded stone"


"Medium Egyptian cat Bastet - Egyptian Museum, Cairo. 600 B.C."

"Cats were sacred to Bastet, a sun goddess who represents the warm, life giving power of the sun. She was known as the goddess of joy and protector of women. She is usually represented as a lion or cat-headed figure. In the New Kingdom, the male cat was regarded as an incarnation of the Sun God and the female cat was equated with the solar eye. Feline figures may display a scarab, the symbol of the rising sun, engraved on the head or breast thus showing their solar significance. Hundreds of figures were set up as votive offerings in the temple of Bastet at Bubastis in order that the donor might share in the Goddess's grace. Actual mummies of cats were buried by the thousands in special cemeteries in the area. Cats protected the temples from snakes. The ancient Egyptians held cats in the highest esteem and the penalties for injuring or killing a cat were very severe.9.5""H (24cm) : 3.5lbs : Bonded stone"


Poitiers Cat - 12th Century

Poitiers Cat - 12th Century

"""Parables in stone"" were often used in medieval churches to pro vide moral guidance to illiterate parishoners This comical, greedy cat, found in the Church of Notre-Dame-la-Grande in Poitiers, has literally bitten off more than he can chew!4.25x5x3.5"""


"Egyptian Cat Bastet - Egyptian Museum, Cairo. 550 B.C."

"The first reference to the domestic cat appears in the eleventh dynasty. Because it was hostile to snakes, it became a sacred animal of the Sun God. In the New Kingdom, the male cat was regarded as an incarnation of the Sun God and the female cat was equated with the solar eye. Feline figures may display a scarab, the symbol of the rising sun, engraved on the head or breast thus showing their solar significance. The domestic cat attained special significance as the sacred animal of the Goddess Bastet. Hundreds of figures were set up as votive offerings in the temple at Bubastis in order that the donor might share in the Goddess's grace. Actual mummies of cats were buried by the thousands in special cemeteries in the area.12"" H"


"Egyptian Cat Bastet : Egyptian Museum, Cairo. 600 B.C."

" The first reference to the domestic cat appears in the eleventh dynasty. Because it was hostile to snakes, it became a sacred animal of the Sun God. In the New Kingdom, the male cat was regarded as an incarnation of the Sun God and the female cat was equated with the solar eye. Feline figures may display a scarab, the symbol of the rising sun, engraved on the head or breast thus showing their solar significance. The domestic cat attained special significance as the sacred animal of the Goddess Bastet. Hundreds of figures were set up as votive offerings in the temple at Bubastis in order that the donor might share in the Goddess's grace. Actual mummies of cats were buried by the thousands in special cemeteries in the area. 7""H (18cm) : Casting stone, Bronze"


"Egyptian Cat Bastet - Saqqara, Egypt. 1200 BC"

"The first reference to the domestic cat appears in the eleventh dynasty. Because it was hostile to snakes, it became a sacred animal of the Sun God. In the New Kingdom, the male cat was regarded as an incarnation of the Sun God and the female cat was equated with the solar eye. Feline figures may display a scarab, the symbol of the rising sun, engraved on the head or breast thus showing their solar significance. The domestic cat attained special significance as the sacred animal of the Goddess Bastet. Hundreds of figures were set up as votive offerings in the temple at Bubastis in order that the donor might share in the Goddess’s grace. Actual mummies of cats were buried by the thousands in special cemeteries in the area.15""H "


Cathedral Cat - 12th Century

Cathedral Cat - 12th Century

"Repeated along a cornice in the Church of Vouvant, France, this fanciful cat grins with the dynamic quality of a contemporary cartoon character. The head is an amusing example of Roman esque sculpture, noted for freedom of imagination. 2.75 x4x 1.5"""


Wood statuette, 'Cat in Meditation'

Wood statuette, 'Cat in Meditation'

Assuming a human position, a cat meditates and seems to smile. Nengah Sudarsana shares his deep love of animals through his sculptures. With this carving, he communicates the feline's peacefulness and serenity.


Wood statuette, 'Siamese Cat'

Wood statuette, 'Siamese Cat'

Slender and regal, a Siamese cat surveys her domain with sky blue eyes. Nengah Sudarsana carves the beautiful kitty from Balinese albesia wood and realistically adds color by hand. The lifelike statuette seems to purr.


Wood statuette, 'Kitty Cat Angel'

Wood statuette, 'Kitty Cat Angel'

A tall white angel reveals the gentle features of a spotted kitten who clasps her paws in prayer. This whimsical image comes from Nengah Sudarsana, who shares his love for animals through his work. Carved from Balinese albesia wood, the statuette is beautifully painted by hand.


Silver and bronze sculpture, 'Kitty Cat Love'

Silver and bronze sculpture, 'Kitty Cat Love'

Curled into a comfy ball of fur, kitty cat gazes lovingly at the human who shares her world. Sukaenah sculpts the beautiful image from bronze and bathes it in gleaming sterling silver (0.925). Bright eyes, attentive face and long tail bring realism to an enchanting work. It sits it on a hardwood base.


Wood statuette, 'Angelic Siamese Cat'

Wood statuette, 'Angelic Siamese Cat'

A gentle angel reveals the sweet blue eyes of a Siamese cat who clasps her paws in prayer. This whimsical image comes from Nengah Sudarsana, who shares his love for animals through his work. Carved from Balinese albesia wood, the statuette is beautifully painted by hand.


Ceramic statuette, 'Stretching Cat'

Ceramic statuette, 'Stretching Cat'

Sleek and pampered, Kitty Cat wakes from a nap. He stretches his lithe body while peering around him with golden eyes. This charming ceramic sculpture is crafted by Peru's Gustavo Salas Palomino.


Wood statuette, 'Cat Purrs'

Wood statuette, 'Cat Purrs'

Moving his front paws rhythmically as he purrs, a Balinese cat gazes devotedly at his human. The elegant feline is realistically sculpted from warm suar wood. Made Mudana demonstrates his absolute mastery of his craft with this enchanting statuette. In Bali, the cat is a special animal. People are not allowed to take the life of a cat, and if by accident one is killed the person must bury it and make an offering, otherwise he or she will be cursed with bad luck.


Cat Buddha

Cat Buddha

In the search for spiritual enlightenment? This 5 1/4" tall stone-colored, plastic, resin Cat Buddha head marks the highest levels of Buddhist enlightenment. Can be paired for bookends, has a felt covered bottom and weighs 1.6 lbs. Some people love cats, others worship them. Cats aren't lazy, they're just thinking. Respect the cat and pick up a Cat Buddha today.


One Stretching Cat Statue

One Stretching Cat Statue

Stonecast with solid aluminum accents, this charming cat statue is a finely formed and unique accent for your space.


One Scared Cat Statue

One Scared Cat Statue

Stonecast with solid aluminum accents, this charming cat statue is a finely formed and unique accent for your space.