Uraeus head

Important fragment representing a cobra's head, from a colossal statue.
The Uraeus is the serpent whose function is to protect the Pharaoh from his enemies.
Egypt, New Kingdom, 19th Dynasty, 1292-1190 BC
Limestone
Dimensions: 13 x 9 cm
Provenance: Former collection of Dr. Jamot, before 1970, acquired at public auction in Rennes in 2021