Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1550–1525 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1525 B.C. using faience measuring l. 1.4 cm (9/16 in); w. 1 cm (3/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
Dimensionsl. 1.4 cm (9/16 in); w. 1 cm (3/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1550–1525 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose created?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose dates to ca. 1550–1525 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose made from?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose is crafted from faience.

Where does Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose originate?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name Ahmose 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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