EGYPTIAN AMETHYST FROG AMULET. Middle Kingdom, Ca. 2055 - 1550 BC. An amulet in the form of a frog sitting atop a circular integral base, carved from amethyst. The body is compact, with a back that slopes gently towards the rear. The head is slightly raised, with prominent circular eyes outlined in low relief. A shallow groove defines the mouth, extending towards the sides. The front legs are positioned close to the body, with subtle curves indicating the joints. The underside is flat, with a central perforation. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 21909, Antiquities, Lot 82. Size: 18.9mm x 24.5mm; Weight: 14.20g Provenance: Private collection, London. UK; Ex. Schmidli collection, Switzerland, 1970s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.