Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art525–30 BC

Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 525–30 BC using glass measuring H. 3.3 × W. 1.9 cm (1 5/16 × 3/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlass
DimensionsH. 3.3 × W. 1.9 cm (1 5/16 × 3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Date525–30 BC

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Period–Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 525 BC – 30 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object?

Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object created?

Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object dates to 525–30 BC.

What material is Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object made from?

Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object is crafted from glass.

Where does Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object originate?

Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object originates from Egypt.

Is Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object in the public domain?

Amulet of a baboon holding an unrecognizable object is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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