Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1802–1575 B.C.

Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13) created in ca. 1802–1575 B.C. using steatite measuring L. 1.6 × Diam. 0.6 cm (5/8 × 1/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite
DimensionsL. 1.6 × Diam. 0.6 cm (5/8 × 1/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1802–1575 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom–Second Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 13 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1802 BC – 1575 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II?

Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II created?

Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II dates to ca. 1802–1575 B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II made from?

Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II is crafted from steatite.

Where does Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II originate?

Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II originates from Egypt.

Is Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat II in the public domain?

Cylinder seal inscribed Amenemhat 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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