Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription is a stone-ornaments-inscribed created in ca. 1700–1560 B.C. using steatite, cream colored, bronze (?) measuring Diameter of Ring, outer: 2.84 cm Seal Face: 1.37 x 2.0… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite, cream colored, bronze (?) |
| Dimensions | Diameter of Ring, outer: 2.84 cm Seal Face: 1.37 x 2.0 cm Height: 0.87 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Wellcome Trust, 1956 |
| Date | ca. 1700–1560 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Dynasty 15-17, 2nd Intermediate Period, Hyksos period. The estimated date range is 1700 BC – 1560 BC.
Geography
Origin: Levant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription?
Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription created?
Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription dates to ca. 1700–1560 B.C..
What material is Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription made from?
Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription is crafted from steatite, cream colored, bronze (?).
Is Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription in the public domain?
Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription is in the public domain and can be freely used.