Urn with Cover, Figure on Spigot, Stand and Fuel Lamp

Although the two protective falcons, attributes of the god Horus, on the burner are archaeologically correct, the winged-goddess spigot wears the nemes, a headdress that was associated only with male deities and pharaohs. The winged putto on the body of the urn is a classical figure from Greek and Roman mythology. This free mixing of elements from different cultures and times is typical of the eclectic taste of the nineteenth century.