Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1279–1213 B.C.

Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1279–1213 B.C. using carnelian — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCarnelian
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Martha K. Diefenbach, 1969
Dateca. 1279–1213 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1279 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside?

Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside created?

Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside dates to ca. 1279–1213 B.C..

What material is Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside made from?

Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside is crafted from carnelian.

Where does Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside originate?

Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside originates from Egypt.

Is Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside in the public domain?

Amulet of a squatting royal female child with the name Nefertari Merimut on the underside is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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