Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1353–1336 BC

Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1353–1336 BC using gold measuring diam. 2.5 cm (1 in); l. of bezel 2.3 cm (7/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold
Dimensionsdiam. 2.5 cm (1 in); l. of bezel 2.3 cm (7/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1353–1336 BC

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Amarna Period period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1358 BC – 1348 BC.

Geography

Origin: Middle Egypt, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut?

Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut created?

Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut dates to ca. 1353–1336 BC.

What material is Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut made from?

Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut is crafted from gold.

Where does Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut originate?

Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut originates from Egypt.

Is Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut in the public domain?

Finger Ring depicting King Akhenaten and Queen Nefertiti as Shu and Tefnut 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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