Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1981–1550 B.C.

Scarab inscribed with name of Apepa is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12–17) created in ca. 1981–1550 B.C. using lapis lazuli measuring L. 1.6 × W. 1 cm (5/8 × 3/8 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumLapis lazuli
DimensionsL. 1.6 × W. 1 cm (5/8 × 3/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1981–1550 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12–17 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1981 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab inscribed with name of Apepa?

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

When was Scarab inscribed with name of Apepa created?

Scarab inscribed with name of Apepa dates to ca. 1981–1550 B.C..

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

Scarab inscribed with name of Apepa is crafted from lapis lazuli.

Where does Scarab inscribed with name of Apepa originate?

Scarab inscribed with name of Apepa originates from Egypt.

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

Scarab inscribed with name of Apepa 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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