Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using stone measuring l. 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStone
Dimensionsl. 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineBequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab?

Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab created?

Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab made from?

Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab is crafted from stone.

Where does Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab originate?

Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab originates from Egypt.

Is Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab in the public domain?

Fragment of a Human-Headed Heart Scarab 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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