Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using carnelian measuring L. 1.7 cm (11/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCarnelian
DimensionsL. 1.7 cm (11/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineBequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut?

Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut created?

Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut made from?

Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut is crafted from carnelian.

Where does Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut originate?

Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut originates from Egypt.

Is Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut in the public domain?

Plumb Bob with the Name of Hatshepsut is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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