Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b)
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1887–1813 B.C.

Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12) created in ca. 1887–1813 B.C. using gold measuring h. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); w. 1 cm (3/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold
Dimensionsh. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); w. 1 cm (3/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Rogers Fund and Henry Walters Gift, 1916
Dateca. 1887–1813 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1887 BC.

Geography

Origin: Fayum Entrance Area, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b)?

Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) created?

Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) dates to ca. 1887–1813 B.C..

What material is Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) made from?

Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) is crafted from gold.

Where does Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) originate?

Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) originates from Egypt.

Is Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) in the public domain?

Knot Clasp, attached to Second Claw Anklet of Sithathoryunet (see 16.1.7b) 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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