Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1525 B.C.

Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1525 B.C. using steatite measuring l. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); w. 0.8 cm (5/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite
Dimensionsl. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); w. 0.8 cm (5/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1550–1525 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose?

Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose created?

Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose dates to ca. 1550–1525 B.C..

What material is Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose made from?

Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose is crafted from steatite.

Where does Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose originate?

Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose originates from Egypt.

Is Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose in the public domain?

Plaque Inscribed with the Name Ahmose is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

Related