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

Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using faience measuring L. 1.8 cm (11/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsL. 1.8 cm (11/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1905
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 with a Geometric Device?

Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device created?

Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device made from?

Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device is crafted from faience.

Where does Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device originate?

Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed with a Geometric Device 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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