Egypt · Dynasty 12, early · ca. 1981–1950 B.C.
Egyptian Artca. 1981–1950 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Scarab |
| Medium | Amethyst |
| Dimensions | l. 2.5 cm (1 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Date | ca. 1981–1950 B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Dynasty | Dynasty 12, early |
| Period | Middle Kingdom |
| Date Range | 1981 BC – 1950 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Memphite Region |
| Country | Egypt |
From the Dynasty 12, early era
CV
ca. 1990–1900 B.C.Cosmetic Vessel in the Shape of a Cat
HO
ca. 1981–1950 B.C.Head of statue
PI
ca. 1981–1952 B.C.Plaque Inscribed with the Cartouche of Amenemhat I
RF
ca. 1981–1917 B.C.Relief fragment
SB
ca. 1981–1950 B.C.Sweret bead
NW
ca. 1981–1640 B.C.Necklace with carnelian barrel bead
RF
ca. 1981–1950 B.C.Relief, filling jars with wine
SO
ca. 1981–1900 B.C.Statuette of seated man
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 545088