Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1186–1070 B.C.

Bead inscribed with name of Herihor is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 20) created in ca. 1186–1070 B.C. using faience measuring L. 4.4 × W. 1.4 cm (1 3/4 × 9/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsL. 4.4 × W. 1.4 cm (1 3/4 × 9/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1186–1070 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 20 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1186 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Bead inscribed with name of Herihor?

Bead inscribed with name of Herihor is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Bead inscribed with name of Herihor created?

Bead inscribed with name of Herihor dates to ca. 1186–1070 B.C..

What material is Bead inscribed with name of Herihor made from?

Bead inscribed with name of Herihor is crafted from faience.

Where does Bead inscribed with name of Herihor originate?

Bead inscribed with name of Herihor originates from Egypt.

Is Bead inscribed with name of Herihor in the public domain?

Bead inscribed with name of Herihor 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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