CAE.022 / Biblican era

'' Biblical Era Libyan Warriors ''

Inhoud:

42 figuren in 12 standen

afmeting: 22mm

To an ancient Egyptian the term 'Libyan' would have meant all the tribes and peoples to the west of his country, and like any neighbours in such times Egypt was on occasion in conflict with them. However their fighting prowess meant that they were often sought after as mercenaries for Egypt's own armies, so a set of ancient Libyans such as this can be placed either beside or opposite Egyptian forces.

The different tribes would have had some differences in dress and manner as they were not a homogenous nation, but in surviving Egyptian art they are shown wearing little apart from a phallic sheath and sometimes a cloak, which could have served as protection for battle as well as for the elements. Some are also shown with ostrich feathers in the hair, which may have been an indication of rank or status.

The Libyan warriors were largely light infantry, and were armed with bows, spears and swords.