Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 1991–1786 B.C. using steatite, white measuring Seal Face: 1.63 x 1.86 cm Height: 1.36 cm String Hole: 0.3… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite, white |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.63 x 1.86 cm Height: 1.36 cm String Hole: 0.3 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. V. Everit Macy, 1923 |
| Date | ca. 1991–1786 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Dynasty 12 (?), Middle Kingdom period. The estimated date range is 1991 BC – 1786 BC.
Geography
Origin: Levant or Egypt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads?
Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads created?
Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads dates to ca. 1991–1786 B.C..
What material is Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads made from?
Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads is crafted from steatite, white.
Is Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads in the public domain?
Hemispheroid seal with addorsed Egyptianizing human heads is in the public domain and can be freely used.