A papyrus boat was a simple reed boat made for fishing and hunting in the marshes. It also had spiritual meanings, and was depicted carrying the Pharaoh, god’s representation on earth, through the waterways.

My version implies a protective totem animal, a guardian to a human. An Egyptian spell is written on the underside: The name of the god that guards you is CAT.

Poplar, latex enamel.

Dimensions: 9"x4"x3"