Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using faience measuring L. 1.5 cm (9/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsL. 1.5 cm (9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineTheodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti?

Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti created?

Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti made from?

Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti is crafted from faience.

Where does Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti originate?

Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed for the Scribe Teti is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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