Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1919–1885 B.C.

Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12) created in ca. 1919–1885 B.C. using faience, blue-green glaze measuring l. 1 cm (3/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience, blue-green glaze
Dimensionsl. 1 cm (3/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1934
Dateca. 1919–1885 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1919 BC – 1885 BC.

Geography

Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II?

Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II created?

Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II dates to ca. 1919–1885 B.C..

What material is Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II made from?

Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II is crafted from faience, blue-green glaze.

Where does Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II originate?

Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II originates from Egypt.

Is Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II in the public domain?

Plaque, two cartouches with names of Amenemhat II 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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