Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1070–945 B.C.

Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 21) created in ca. 1070–945 B.C. using sheet gold measuring a: h. 2.3 cm (7/8 in); w. 2.2 cm (7/8 in); b: h. 1.9 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSheet gold
Dimensionsa: h. 2.3 cm (7/8 in); w. 2.2 cm (7/8 in); b: h. 1.9 cm (3/4 in); w. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); c: h. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in); w. 1.4 cm (9/16 in); d: h. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); w. 1 cm (3/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1925
Dateca. 1070–945 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Third Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 21 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1070 BC – 945 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar?

Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar created?

Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar dates to ca. 1070–945 B.C..

What material is Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar made from?

Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar is crafted from sheet gold.

Where does Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar originate?

Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar originates from Egypt.

Is Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar in the public domain?

Group of 4 Amulets of Djedmutesankh: Cobra, Vulture, Heart, and Djed Pillar 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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