There are a couple of things I always look for when I go to a museum and the blue π ππ faience Hippos πππ―π¦ are one of them! At the MET, the blue π ππ hippo πππ― is named William and is kinda the unofficial mascot of the museum, so I just tend to call all of the hippos πππ―π¦ William no matter what museum I am at!
William was made Between the 12th and 17th Dynasties. In Egypt ππ ππ, hippos πππ―π¦ were both feared and respected πππ . They were feared because they were one of the most dangerous animals in the Nile Valley π. However, hippos πππ―π¦ were also thought to be powerful protectors π ππ‘π against evil! William has lotus flowers πΈπͺ painted all over him to associate it with rejuvenation! William is most likely painted blue π ππ to represent the Nile and rebirth.
I love the little hedgehog thatβs on display too!!!
