***Egyptian Black Granite Khnum in the form of a Ram*** Start Price USD 450.00 Current Price USD 450.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, September 02, 2008 End Time Tuesday, September 09, 2008 Location london See more about '***Egyptian Black Granite Khnum in the form of a Ram***' Description      AUTHENTICITY Welcome to ELEMENT204 Element204 is a group of keen collectors offering an exquisite variety of Ancient Egyptian Amulets, figurines and genuine collectible items. We maintain a 100% feedback rating and offer a full guarantee on all items. All eBayers are welcome to browse our listings and email us with any questions or requests.          Ancient  Egyptian Black Granite Khnum (Ram)   TYPE : Ushabti   CULTURE : Ancient Egyptian   DATE : 1307 B.C -664 B.C   MATERIAL : Black granite   Dimensions : 73mm x 44mm x 32mm         CONDITION: Front feet section missing.    Description: On display is a rare ancient Egyptian Black Granite depiction of the ancient god Khnum in Ram form. Nicely carved from ancient granite, the symbolic Ram is depicted laying down on all four on a perfect solid base.    History Information: Khnum (also spelled Chnum, Knum, or Khnemu) was one of the earliest Egyptian deities, originally the god of the source of the Nile River. Since the annual flooding of the Nile brought with it silt and clay, and its water brought life to its surrounds, he was thought to be the creator of the bodies of human children, which he made at a potter's wheel, from clay, and placed in their mothers' wombs. He later was described as having molded the other deities, and he had the titles Divine Potter and Lord of created things from himself. In certain locations, such as Elephantine, since Khnum was thought of as a god pouring out the Nile, he was regarded as the husband of Satis (who did much the same), and the father of Anuket, who was the personification of the Nile. In other locations, such as Her-wer (Tuna el-Gebel perhaps), as the moulder and creator of the human body, he was sometimes regarded as the consort of Heket, or of Meskhenet, whose responsibility was breathing life into children at the moment of birth, as the Ka. Alternatively, in places such as Esna, due to his aspect as creator of the body, they viewed him as the father of Heka, the personification of magic, and consequently as the husband of Menhit. Originally one of the most important deities, when other areas arose to greater prominence, it was the secondary function, as potter, that became his whole realm of authority, and instead, the Nile was considered the god Hapy, who was the Nile god in the more powerful areas. Khnum's name derives from this secondary association, – it means builder. However, Khnum's earlier position as 'moulder' of the other deities, leads to him being identified as Ra, or more particularly as the Ba of Ra. Since Ba was also the word for a Ram, he became thought of as having a Ram's head. Auction Policies:• P&P will be only $10 WORLDWIDE for most item, delivery is recorded for your safety and peace of mind.• $10 INSURANCE is optional on all items.• Cheque payments: Seller reserves the right to not send goods until cheque has cleared. Members with a minimum of 10 positive references are eligible for immediate dispatch.• Payment from the successful bidder must be received within seven business days from the closing date of the auction.• Unfortunately Authentic Antiquities can no longer accept bids from bidders with a zero or negative feedback rating unless we are emailed first. E-Mail: aantiquities@hotmail.com Dedicated Customer service You are welcome to contact us via email if you have any queries before, or after sales. Please do not hesitate to do so if you need assistance, or simply some general information. All items are sold under the terms of a LIFETIME GUARANTEE OF AUTHENTICITY . Click to view our FEEDBACK Protecting and delicately handling such rare and extraordinary pieces is an essential quality in our trade which has consequently formed and maintained our unique reputation. ANY ITEM PROVED TO BE NON-AUTHENTIC WILL BE INSTANTLY REFUNDED Place a Bid!