Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 3100 B.C.

Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3100 B.C. using clay (mud) measuring H. 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in); W. 12.4 cm (4 7/8 in); Th. 4.6 cm (1… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumClay (mud)
DimensionsH. 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in); W. 12.4 cm (4 7/8 in); Th. 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of The Egyptian Research Account and British School of Archaeology in Egypt, 1912
Dateca. 3100 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Predynastic, Late Naqada III period. The estimated date range is 3100 BC.

Geography

Origin: Fayum Entrance Area, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name?

Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name created?

Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name dates to ca. 3100 B.C..

What material is Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name made from?

Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name is crafted from clay (mud).

Where does Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name originate?

Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name originates from Egypt.

Is Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name in the public domain?

Mud jar sealing with King Narmer's name 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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