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

Scarab inscribed with name of Antef is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using hematite measuring H. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); W. 1 cm (3/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumHematite
DimensionsH. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); W. 1 cm (3/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
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 name of Antef?

Scarab inscribed with name of Antef is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab inscribed with name of Antef created?

Scarab inscribed with name of Antef dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Scarab inscribed with name of Antef made from?

Scarab inscribed with name of Antef is crafted from hematite.

Where does Scarab inscribed with name of Antef originate?

Scarab inscribed with name of Antef originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab inscribed with name of Antef in the public domain?

Scarab inscribed with name of Antef 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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