Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever 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 Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever?

Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever created?

Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever made from?

Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever is crafted from steatite (glazed).

Where does Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever originate?

Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed Lord of the Two Lands Maatkare (Hatshepsut), Living Forever 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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