Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1961–1840 B.C.

Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12) created in ca. 1961–1840 B.C. using hornblende granite measuring H. 21 cm (8 1/4 in.); W. 6.5 cm (2 9/16 in.); Th. 1 cm (3/8… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumHornblende granite
DimensionsH. 21 cm (8 1/4 in.); W. 6.5 cm (2 9/16 in.); Th. 1 cm (3/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1924
Dateca. 1961–1840 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1961 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II?

Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II created?

Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II dates to ca. 1961–1840 B.C..

What material is Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II made from?

Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II is crafted from hornblende granite.

Where does Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II originate?

Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II originates from Egypt.

Is Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep II in the public domain?

Ritual Implement Dedicated by a King Senwosret to Nebhepetre Mentuhotep 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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