Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1731–1719 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13) created in ca. 1731–1719 B.C. using brown steatite measuring l. 1.8 cm (11/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBrown steatite
Dimensionsl. 1.8 cm (11/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1731–1719 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 13 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1731 BC – 1719 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV?

Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV created?

Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV dates to ca. 1731–1719 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV made from?

Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV is crafted from brown steatite.

Where does Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV originate?

Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed With the Names of Sebekhotep IV is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

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

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