Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1353 B.C. using pottery measuring Diam. 1.3 cm (1/2 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumPottery
DimensionsDiam. 1.3 cm (1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1912
Dateca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk?

Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk created?

Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk dates to ca. 1390–1353 B.C..

What material is Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk made from?

Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk is crafted from pottery.

Where does Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk originate?

Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk originates from Egypt.

Is Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk in the public domain?

Mold for an Amulet of Horns and Sun Disk 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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