A seated Bastet figure in matte black bonded stone, hand-painted with a turquoise, red, and gold beaded collar and a winged scarab across her chest. The Egyptian goddess is associated with protection of the home, fertility, and domestic harmony. Set her on an altar, shelf, or entryway table, or give her to someone drawn to feline symbolism.
Details
- Design: Upright cat figure modeled after the goddess Bastet, with alert ears, beaded collar, winged scarab chest emblem, and gold hieroglyphic detailing along the base
- Size: 9″ H x 5″ W x 3″ D
- Material: Durable bonded stone with hand-painted gold, turquoise, and red accents; matte black finish
- Care: Dust with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the hand-painted finish
- Note: Each statue may have slight color or finish variations, reflecting its handcrafted character
Meaning & Intention
In ancient Egypt, Bastet was the guardian of the home — a goddess watching over hearth, family, and childbirth with fierce devotion tempered by grace. Depicted as a cat or a woman with a feline head, she embodied watchfulness, independence, and protective power.
The winged scarab at her chest is the symbol of Khepri, representing rebirth and the sun’s daily renewal. The collar’s banded colors echo the ceremonial regalia worn by sacred cats kept in her temples, and the hieroglyphs along the base draw from the visual language once used to honor her.
To keep a likeness of Bastet is to invite her particular brand of steady, watchful protection — the idea that guarding what you love can mean simply staying present.
Essence & Elements
Intention: Protection, harmony, renewal
Symbol: Bastet, winged scarab of Khepri, sacred cat
Ideal for: Those drawn to Egyptian mythology, protective home symbols, or sacred animal statuary
Suggested mantra: I guard what I love
Questions & Guidance
Where is the best place to display her?
Many set her at an entryway, altar, or shelf near the front of the home, in keeping with her traditional role as a household guardian.
Is she suitable as a gift for a cat lover?
Yes. Egyptians revered cats as natural guardians of the home, so Bastet makes a meaningful gift for anyone who lives with and loves felines.
Can I use her as a meditation focus?
Yes. Her seated, upright posture and steady gaze lend themselves to still practice. Sit with her at eye level and let her form anchor your attention.
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