Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1850–1700 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12, late–13 to 1700 B.C.) created in ca. 1850–1700 B.C. using brown jasper — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBrown jasper
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1850–1700 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12, late–13 to 1700 B.C. dynasty. The estimated date range is 1850 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district?

Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district created?

Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district dates to ca. 1850–1700 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district made from?

Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district is crafted from brown jasper.

Where does Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district originate?

Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed for Nebrasahwy, the magistrate of a district 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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