Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1279–1213 B.C.

Oblong Plaque Depicting Ramesses II Smiting Enemies, opposite side relief scene of Isis and Nephthys flanking falcon labeled Horus son of Isis is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1279–1213 B.C. using glazed steatite measuring L. 1.8 cm (11/16 in), w. 1.4 cm (9/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlazed steatite
DimensionsL. 1.8 cm (11/16 in), w. 1.4 cm (9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1279–1213 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1294 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

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Oblong Plaque Depicting Ramesses II Smiting Enemies, opposite side relief scene of Isis and Nephthys flanking falcon labeled Horus son of Isis dates to ca. 1279–1213 B.C..

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Oblong Plaque Depicting Ramesses II Smiting Enemies, opposite side relief scene of Isis and Nephthys flanking falcon labeled Horus son of Isis is crafted from glazed steatite.

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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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