Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1353 B.C. using mica schist measuring L 1.5 cm (9/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumMica schist
DimensionsL 1.5 cm (9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1911
Dateca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish?

Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish created?

Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish dates to ca. 1390–1353 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish made from?

Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish is crafted from mica schist.

Where does Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish originate?

Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed with the Sobek Crocodile and a Fish 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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