Bastet. Dimensions: H. 11.2 cm (4 7/16 in.); W. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.); D. 3.7 cm (1 7/16 in.)H. (with tang): 12.4 cm (4 7/8 in.). Date: 664-30 B.C..Bastet, here shown as a cat-headed goddess, was a powerful protective figure who also was known for her fertility. She could be represented with a lion head as well, but as a cat-headed goddess her peaceful traits were emphasized. Here the head and ears are large in proportion to the thin and petite body, putting further emphasis on her hybrid aspect. Bastet's personal adornments and garments are elaborate on statuettes, often more so than other goddesses, and she usually carries numerous attributes. This figure holds a protective lion-headed aegis against her chest and probably once held a sistrum in her other hand. Her dress has a complex pattern with alternating blank and hatched vertical stripes and fringe along the bottom edge. Bastet does not always wear a decorated dress, but it is much more common for her than for other goddesses. Th