This antique sugar bowl is sure to impress your guests with its ancient design and royal feel. It features a delightful array of animals that were considered sacred to the ancient Egyptians.
The ancient Egyptians believed animal to be symbols, based off of their characteristics in nature. The Egyptians adored and admired animals, believing that the divine existed in all things. The god were deeply connected to nature, or the elements or to animals. Animals were worshipped and considered sacred in ancient Egyptian theological belief. In fact, pets are often found mummified and buried with their owners.