Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, early) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using steatite (glazed) measuring L. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); w. 1.1 cm (7/16 in); h. 0.7 cm (1/4 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite (glazed)
DimensionsL. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); w. 1.1 cm (7/16 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 the Name of the God Amun-Re?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re created?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re made from?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re is crafted from steatite (glazed).

Where does Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re originate?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed with the Name of the God Amun-Re 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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