Egyptian Art500–30 BCInlay profile head is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 500–30 BC using jasper? measuring H. 3.9 × W. 2.6 cm (1 9/16 × 1 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Jasper? |
| Dimensions | H. 3.9 × W. 2.6 cm (1 9/16 × 1 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910 |
| Date | 500–30 BC |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Period–Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 500 BC – 30 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Inlay profile head?
Inlay profile head is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Inlay profile head created?
Inlay profile head dates to 500–30 BC.
What material is Inlay profile head made from?
Inlay profile head is crafted from jasper?.
Where does Inlay profile head originate?
Inlay profile head originates from Egypt.
Is Inlay profile head in the public domain?
Inlay profile head is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026