Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1279–1213 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1279–1213 B.C. using steatite, blue glaze measuring L. 2.5 cm (1 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite, blue glaze
DimensionsL. 2.5 cm (1 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1279–1213 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1279 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy?

Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy created?

Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy dates to ca. 1279–1213 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy made from?

Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy is crafted from steatite, blue glaze.

Where does Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy originate?

Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed With the Prenomen of Ramesses II and depicting the king in his chariot trampling an enemy 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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