Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using steatite (glazed) measuring L. 1.9 cm (3/4 in.); W. 1.3 cm (1/2 in.); H. 0.5 cm (3/16… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite (glazed)
DimensionsL. 1.9 cm (3/4 in.); W. 1.3 cm (1/2 in.); H. 0.5 cm (3/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1927
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut?

Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut created?

Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut made from?

Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut is crafted from steatite (glazed).

Where does Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut originate?

Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut originates from Egypt.

Is Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut in the public domain?

Cowroid Seal Amulet Inscribed for the God's Wife Hatshepsut 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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