Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1070–945 B.C.

Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 21) created in ca. 1070–945 B.C. using lapis lazuli measuring H. 1.3 × W. 0.9 cm (1/2 × 3/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLapis lazuli
DimensionsH. 1.3 × W. 0.9 cm (1/2 × 3/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1925
Dateca. 1070–945 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Third Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 21 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1070 BC – 945 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets?

Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets created?

Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets dates to ca. 1070–945 B.C..

What material is Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets made from?

Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets is crafted from lapis lazuli.

Where does Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets originate?

Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets originates from Egypt.

Is Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets in the public domain?

Plaque with a striding man from string of amulets 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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