Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1353–1336 B.C.

Amulet of King as Child is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1353–1336 B.C. using faience measuring h. 1.6 cm (5/8 in.); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
Dimensionsh. 1.6 cm (5/8 in.); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1353–1336 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Amarna Period period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1353 BC – 1336 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Amulet of King as Child?

Amulet of King as Child is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Amulet of King as Child created?

Amulet of King as Child dates to ca. 1353–1336 B.C..

What material is Amulet of King as Child made from?

Amulet of King as Child is crafted from faience.

Where does Amulet of King as Child originate?

Amulet of King as Child originates from Egypt.

Is Amulet of King as Child in the public domain?

Amulet of King as Child 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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