Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1427–1400 B.C.

Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1427–1400 B.C. using green steatite — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGreen Steatite
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1905
Dateca. 1427–1400 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1427 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II?

Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II created?

Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II dates to ca. 1427–1400 B.C..

What material is Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II made from?

Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II is crafted from green steatite.

Where does Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II originate?

Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II originates from Egypt.

Is Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II in the public domain?

Amulet, Wedjat eye, Amenhotep II 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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