Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1640–1550 B.C.

Cylinder Seal with Cartouche is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13) created in ca. 1640–1550 B.C. using steatite measuring L. 2.6 × D. 1.5 cm (1 × 9/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite
DimensionsL. 2.6 × D. 1.5 cm (1 × 9/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineTheodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
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 with Cartouche?

Cylinder Seal with Cartouche is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder Seal with Cartouche created?

Cylinder Seal with Cartouche dates to ca. 1640–1550 B.C..

What material is Cylinder Seal with Cartouche made from?

Cylinder Seal with Cartouche is crafted from steatite.

Where does Cylinder Seal with Cartouche originate?

Cylinder Seal with Cartouche originates from Egypt.

Is Cylinder Seal with Cartouche in the public domain?

Cylinder Seal with Cartouche 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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