Jewelry of the Child Myt
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2051–2030 B.C.

Jewelry of the Child Myt is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11) created in ca. 2051–2030 B.C. using gold, carnelian, silver, glass, blue paste, feldspar, amethyst, jasper, rock… measuring l. range from 43cm. to 76 cm. — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold, carnelian, silver, glass, blue paste, feldspar, amethyst, jasper, rock crystal, resin, linen twine, leather
Dimensionsl. range from 43cm. to 76 cm.
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922
Dateca. 2051–2030 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2051 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Jewelry of the Child Myt?

Jewelry of the Child Myt is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Jewelry of the Child Myt created?

Jewelry of the Child Myt dates to ca. 2051–2030 B.C..

What material is Jewelry of the Child Myt made from?

Jewelry of the Child Myt is crafted from gold, carnelian, silver, glass, blue paste, feldspar, amethyst, jasper, rock crystal, resin, linen twine, leather.

Where does Jewelry of the Child Myt originate?

Jewelry of the Child Myt originates from Egypt.

Is Jewelry of the Child Myt in the public domain?

Jewelry of the Child Myt 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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