Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1600 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 16) created in ca. 1600 B.C. using brown steatite measuring l. 2.1 cm (13/16 in) โ€” now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBrown Steatite
Dimensionsl. 2.1 cm (13/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1600 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period period, during the Dynasty 16 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1600 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre?

Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre created?

Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre dates to ca. 1600 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre made from?

Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre is crafted from brown steatite.

Where does Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre originate?

Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed With the Name Khauserre is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access ยท Last updated: April 2026

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