Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1802–1575 B.C.

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13) created in ca. 1802–1575 B.C. using steatite measuring L. 2.7 × W. 1.8 cm (1 1/16 × 11/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite
DimensionsL. 2.7 × W. 1.8 cm (1 1/16 × 11/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineTheodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
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 Nimaatre (Amenemhat III)?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) created?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) dates to ca. 1802–1575 B.C..

What material is Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) made from?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) is crafted from steatite.

Where does Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) originate?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) originates from Egypt.

Is Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (Amenemhat III) in the public domain?

Cylinder seal with cartouche of Nimaatre (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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