I've always loved this green hippo. He can be found at the RISD museum in the ancient Egypt exhibit. There are different variations on the hippo as they are often found in tombs, sometimes with direct contact next to the mummy. Apparently the hippo's legs were broken off to restrict it's movements in the afterlife. It's themes are likely to represent it's natural habitat and the Nile and the waters belonging to the god Nu. Suggesting the themes of life and rebirth. 
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