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Finely crafted replica of the ancient Egyptian Gayer-Anderson Cat statue with rich green-blue patination, darkened bronze-effect tones and gold-coloured jewellery details. - Shop Now.

Discover a feline icon

Explore the timeless elegance of one of the British Museum’s most beloved ancient Egyptian objects. Inspired by the legendary Gayer-Anderson Cat statue, this new collection celebrates the enduring symbolism, artistry and mystery of sacred felines.

At the centre of the collection is our exclusive Gayer-Anderson Cat replica. Meticulously handcrafted in the UK from a premium plaster and polymer blend, this exceptional piece captures the elegant, poised form of the original statue. The figure is expertly hand-painted and patinated to create rich green-blue tones that evoke ancient bronze and finished with hand-applied gold-coloured metal jewellery.

£450

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Green and gold metal bookmark inspired by the Gayer-Anderson Cat, finished with a black tassel. - Shop Now.
Egyptian cat bookmark
 
Book cover for The Gayer-Anderson Cat: Object in Focus. - Shop Now.
The Gayer-Anderson Cat: Object in Focus
Teal silk scarf featuring an ancient Egyptian cat design with ankhs, birds and hieroglyphic motifs. - Shop Now.
Egyptian cat silk scarf
Sterling silver necklace featuring a pendant of the iconic Gayer-Anderson Cat with details highlighted in 18-carat gold. - Shop Now.
Gayer-Anderson Cat pendant
Illustration of Papa Smurf, Smurfette, Hefty, Brainy, and Lazy taking a selfie with Bastet outside the British Museum’s iconic façade. - Smurfs x Bastet Collection.

The Smurfs x Bastet 

Accompanying a Museum trail and action-packed events, these fun designs show 'Museum guardian' Bastet and the Smurfs adventuring through galleries to bring history to life.

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Meet Bastet: the Museum’s feline guardian

Step into a new story alongside this irresistibly charming character. Full of personality, our favourite black cat offers a playful new interpretation of the much-loved sculpture.

Model wearing an organic oat cotton children’s T-shirt featuring a charming illustration of Bastet, the Museum’s beloved guardian cat. - Shop Now.

Bastet children’s T-shirt

This children’s organic T-shirt is designed for comfort, durability and everyday wear. Made from super soft 100% certified organic cotton, it is free from harsh chemicals, printed with vegan inks and gentle on both skin and the environment. The design features a delightful illustration of Bastet, offering a playful look that is ideal for young Museum explorers.

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Join Bastet on a Museum adventure

Find an enchanting selection of prints, toys and fashion inspired by our friendly guardian.

A5 mounted postcard featuring Bastet surfing the Great Wave against a yellow background. - Shop Now.
Bastet and The Great Wave mounted postcard
A5 mounted postcard featuring Bastet playing chess with Lewis Chessmen on a yellow background. - Shop Now.
Bastet and Lewis chess pieces mounted postcard
Black plush Egyptian cat with gold embroidered detailing and a gold collar. - Shop Now.
Bastet cat soft toy
 
Playful watch with a blue rubberised slap strap and a watch face inspired by Bastet, the ancient Egyptian feline goddess. - Shop Now.
Bastet cat slap watch
Custom print featuring an illustration of Bastet, a black cat with a golden collar, sleeping atop the Rosetta Stone. - Shop Now.
Bastet and The Rosetta Stone custom print
 
Custom print featuring an illustration of Bastet, a black cat with a golden collar, peeking over the rim of a Panathenaic amphora with a cheeky wink. - Shop Now.
Bastet and Panathenaic amphora custom print
Organic oat cotton jumper featuring a playful design of the Smurfs and Bastet taking a selfie in front of the Museum’s iconic façade. - Shop Now.
Smurfs and Bastet British Museum unisex jumper
Large organic cotton tote bag featuring a playful illustration of Bastet watching Archaeology Smurf carefully uncover a pharaoh-inspired Smurf statue in the sand. - Shop Now.
Bastet and Archaeologist Smurf tote bag

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