Anubis Statue: The Jackal God Guardian for Your Home
Few figures from the ancient world carry as much visual power and spiritual depth as Anubis — the jackal-headed god of mummification, the protector of tombs, and the guide of souls through the Egyptian underworld. An Anubis statue is not merely a decorative object: it is a guardian figure with 4,500 years of protective symbolism behind it, a presence that brings the watchful, just energy of Egypt's most trusted deity into any space it occupies.
The Symbolism of Anubis
Anubis embodies qualities that resonate as powerfully today as they did in ancient Egypt: protection of what is precious, justice as the tender of the scales in the Weighing of the Heart, guidance through darkness and uncertainty, loyalty to Osiris and the dead, and transformation as the overseer of mummification from mortal life to eternal existence.
The Most Famous Anubis Statue in History
The most celebrated Anubis statue ever discovered is the magnificent gilded wooden Anubis shrine figure from Tutankhamun's tomb (KV62), now displayed at the Grand Egyptian Museum. Found lying in a recumbent position atop a gilded chest in the treasury chamber, the black-painted wooden jackal had guarded the tomb's most sacred objects for 3,300 years when Howard Carter's team discovered it in 1922. Read more about this discovery in our guide to Tutankhamun: The Boy King Who Captivated the World.
Types of Anubis Statues
Anubis was depicted in two primary statue forms: the Recumbent Anubis (a jackal lying flat, head raised and alert, in the classic guardian pose) and the Standing Anubis (a human body with jackal head, upright in the classic Egyptian frontal stance). Both forms are available in our collection.
Shop Our Anubis Statues
Bring the guardian of the dead into your home with our handcrafted Anubis collection:
- Anubis God of the Dead Bronze Statue — Standing Anubis in rich dark bronze, hand-finished with exceptional detail. $52.
- Lord of the West – Recumbent Anubis Figurine — Modeled after protective tomb guardians from the Valley of the Kings, dark aged patina. $51.
- Anubis Guardian Statue Set – Trio of Jackals — Three recumbent Anubis guardians in graduated sizes, obsidian black finish. $54.
What an Anubis Statue Means for Your Home
Placing an Anubis statue in your home invites ancient protective energy into your space. In the Egyptian tradition, Anubis guarded the threshold between the living world and the eternal realm — making him ideal for entranceways, home offices, meditation spaces, and bookshelves. For guidance on which deity is right for your space, read our complete guide: Egyptian Deity Statues: Choosing the Right God for Your Home.
Learn More About Anubis
Explore the full mythology and history of this powerful deity in our article Anubis Egyptian God: Guardian of the Dead and Protector of Tombs. You may also enjoy reading about Egyptian Mythology: Stories That Shaped a Civilization and Ancient Egyptian Mummies: Secrets of the Afterlife.
Frequently Asked Questions About Anubis Statues
What does an Anubis statue represent?
An Anubis statue represents protection, justice, guidance through transitions, and the faithful guardianship of what is most precious and sacred.
Where should I place an Anubis statue?
Entranceways, home offices, meditation spaces, and bookshelves are all ideal placements, drawing on his traditional role as guardian, guide, and just judge.
Is an Anubis statue a good gift?
An Anubis statue makes an exceptional gift for history lovers, Egypt enthusiasts, spiritual seekers, and anyone going through a major life transition who would appreciate the symbolism of a trusted guide through the unknown.