Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1802–1575 B.C.

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13) created in ca. 1802–1575 B.C. using glazed steatite measuring L. 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlazed steatite
DimensionsL. 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
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 with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter created?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter dates to ca. 1802–1575 B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter made from?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter is crafted from glazed steatite.

Where does Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter originate?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter originates from Egypt.

Is Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter in the public domain?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nebkaure (Amenemhat II) and the name of the royal daughter 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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