Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?)
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1492–1479 B.C.

Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, early) created in ca. 1492–1479 B.C. using steatite (glazed) measuring L. 1.4 cm (9/16 in); W. 1.1 cm (7/16 in); H. 0.7 cm (1/4 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite (glazed)
DimensionsL. 1.4 cm (9/16 in); W. 1.1 cm (7/16 in); H. 0.7 cm (1/4 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1492–1479 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18, early dynasty. The estimated date range is 1492 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?)?

Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) created?

Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) dates to ca. 1492–1479 B.C..

What material is Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) made from?

Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) is crafted from steatite (glazed).

Where does Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) originate?

Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) in the public domain?

Scarab depicting a kneeling man (?) 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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