Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art400–30 B.C.

Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 400–30 B.C. using limestone, paint measuring H. 27.5 cm (10 13/16 in.); W. 25.5 cm (10 7/16 in.); D. 3… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLimestone, paint
DimensionsH. 27.5 cm (10 13/16 in.); W. 25.5 cm (10 7/16 in.); D. 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1908
Date400–30 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Period–Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 400 BC – 30 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

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What department houses Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god?

Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god created?

Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god dates to 400–30 B.C..

What material is Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god made from?

Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god is crafted from limestone, paint.

Where does Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god originate?

Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god originates from Egypt.

Is Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god in the public domain?

Plaque with head and shoulders of a priestly figure, opposite side head of priestly figure and most of a figure of crocodile-headed god 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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