Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–5th century B.C.

Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 6th–5th century B.C. using jasper, green measuring Seal Face: 1.87 x 1.39 cm Height: 1.02 cm String Hole: 0.3… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumJasper, green
DimensionsSeal Face: 1.87 x 1.39 cm Height: 1.02 cm String Hole: 0.3 cm
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineBequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941
Dateca. 6th–5th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 600 BC – 400 BC.

Geography

Origin: Levant or Syria.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities?

Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities created?

Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities dates to ca. 6th–5th century B.C..

What material is Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities made from?

Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities is crafted from jasper, green.

Is Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities in the public domain?

Scarab seal and modern impression: Osiris flanked by protective deities 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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