Egyptian Artca. 1802–1450 B.C. (reworking)Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12–2nd Intermediate Period) created in ca. 1802–1450 B.C. (reworking) using hematite measuring l. 1.8 cm (11/16 in); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hematite |
| Dimensions | l. 1.8 cm (11/16 in); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1911 |
| Date | ca. 1802–1450 B.C. (reworking) |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Middle Kingdom–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12–2nd Intermediate Period dynasty. The estimated date range is 1802 BC.
Geography
Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed?
Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed created?
Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed dates to ca. 1802–1450 B.C. (reworking).
What material is Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed made from?
Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed is crafted from hematite.
Where does Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed originate?
Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed originates from Egypt.
Is Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed in the public domain?
Polygonal cylinder seal; possibly reworked at a later date; possibly inscribed is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.