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

Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13) created in ca. 1802–1575 B.C. using steatite (?) measuring L. 2.1 cm (13/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite (?)
DimensionsL. 2.1 cm (13/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1905
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, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?)?

Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) created?

Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) dates to ca. 1802–1575 B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) made from?

Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) is crafted from steatite (?).

Where does Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) originate?

Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) originates from Egypt.

Is Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat III (?) in the public domain?

Cylinder seal, prenomen of Senwosret II and Amenemhat 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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