Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1640–1550 B.C.

Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13) created in ca. 1640–1550 B.C. using glazed steatite measuring L. 2.2 × diam. 1 cm (7/8 × 3/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlazed steatite
DimensionsL. 2.2 × diam. 1 cm (7/8 × 3/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1640–1550 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 13 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1640 BC – 1550 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III?

Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III created?

Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III dates to ca. 1640–1550 B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III made from?

Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III is crafted from glazed steatite.

Where does Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III originate?

Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III originates from Egypt.

Is Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III in the public domain?

Cylinder seal inscribed for Sobekhotep III 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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