Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1880–1802 B.C.

Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12, mid to second half) created in ca. 1880–1802 B.C. using serpentinite measuring L. 3.7cm (1 7/16 in.); H. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSerpentinite
DimensionsL. 3.7cm (1 7/16 in.); H. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1880–1802 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12, mid to second half dynasty. The estimated date range is 1880 BC – 1802 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder?

Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder created?

Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder dates to ca. 1880–1802 B.C..

What material is Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder made from?

Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder is crafted from serpentinite.

Where does Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder originate?

Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder originates from Egypt.

Is Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder in the public domain?

Head and shoulder of a man who is embraced by his wife (?) whose arm and hand are preserved on his back and shoulder 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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