Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut)
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, early) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using steatite (glazed) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite (glazed)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1927
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18, early dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut)?

Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) created?

Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) made from?

Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) is crafted from steatite (glazed).

Where does Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) originate?

Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed for the King of Upper and Lower Egypt, Maatkare (Hatshepsut) 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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