Egyptian Art|ca. 1390–1352 B.C.Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake is a egyptian art from Egypt and Sudan (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1352 B.C. using steatite (glazed) measuring l. 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in); w. 7.2 cm (2 13/16 in); th. 4.5 cm (1… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite (glazed) |
| Dimensions | l. 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in); w. 7.2 cm (2 13/16 in); th. 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1935 |
| Date | ca. 1390–1352 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC.
Geography
Origin: Nubia, Egypt and Sudan. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake?
Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake created?
Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake dates to ca. 1390–1352 B.C..
What material is Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake made from?
Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake is crafted from steatite (glazed).
Where does Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake originate?
Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake originates from Egypt and Sudan.
Is Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake in the public domain?
Scarab Commemorating the Construction of an Artificial Lake is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.