A beautiful collection of re-strung Ancient Egyptian 'Sons of Horus' beaded fragments, mounted in a white wooden frame. The four Sons of Horus often appear on mummy masks, alongside winged scarabs and facial depictions, but are presented here individually. They are typically represented with the heads of a falcon, baboon, jackal, and human figure. They are rendered in multi-coloured faience beads, with green bodies, and cream, red, and black heads. The motifs have been re-strung on modern green thread and glued in place within the frame. Beaded mummy masks would have been placed over the face of the deceased at their burial, mostly for decorative or protective purposes. According to mythology, the Four Sons of Horus each were attributed a different organ to protect. For Imsety, the liver; for Duamutef, the stomach; for Hapi, the lungs; and for Qebehsenuef, the intestines. Measurements: Frame = L 20.2cm x W 15.3cm Provenance: From Mariaud de Serres collection, Paris 1980-90s.