Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1353 B.C. using mica schist measuring L. 1.4 cm (9/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumMica schist
DimensionsL. 1.4 cm (9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1911
Dateca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus?

Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus created?

Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus dates to ca. 1390–1353 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus made from?

Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus is crafted from mica schist.

Where does Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus originate?

Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed with the Horus Falcon and Uraeus 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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