Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, early) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using steatite (glazed) measuring L. 1.6 cm (5/8 in.); w. 1.2 cm (1/2 in.); h. 0.7 cm (1/4… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite (glazed)
DimensionsL. 1.6 cm (5/8 in.); w. 1.2 cm (1/2 in.); h. 0.7 cm (1/4 in.)
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 with Plant Motifs?

Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs created?

Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs made from?

Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs is crafted from steatite (glazed).

Where does Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs originate?

Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs in the public domain?

Scarab inscribed with Plant Motifs 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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