Statuette of Osiris

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Statuette of Osiris by an unknown artist depicts a bronze or metal figure of a man with a tall, ornate headdress. The figure is standing upright on a small base, with a long body that tapers towards the bottom. The headdress features a central element with a rounded top and two side elements that resemble wings or fans, and has horizontal lines etched into it. The face is rendered with a closed mouth and eyes that appear to be looking directly forward. The figure wears a short, collared garment and holds a long staff or scepter in both hands, crossed over the body. The background of the image is a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The object appears to have a greenish tint.