Heart amulet with human head
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–710 B.C.

Heart amulet with human head is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18 or 21–22) created in ca. 1550–710 B.C. using jasper, carnelian, chlorite measuring H. 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in); w. 2.7 (1 1/16 in); d. 1,5 cm (9/16… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumJasper, carnelian, chlorite
DimensionsH. 5.4 cm (2 1/8 in); w. 2.7 (1 1/16 in); d. 1,5 cm (9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Miss A. M. Hegemann, 1938
Dateca. 1550–710 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom or Dynasty 21-22 period, during the Dynasty 18 or 21–22 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 710 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Heart amulet with human head?

Heart amulet with human head is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Heart amulet with human head created?

Heart amulet with human head dates to ca. 1550–710 B.C..

What material is Heart amulet with human head made from?

Heart amulet with human head is crafted from jasper, carnelian, chlorite.

Where does Heart amulet with human head originate?

Heart amulet with human head originates from Egypt.

Is Heart amulet with human head in the public domain?

Heart amulet with human head 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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