Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–5th century B.C.
Scarab seal with human head is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 6th–5th century B.C. using stone, mottled red and white measuring Seal Face: 1.69 x 1.12 cm Height: 0.95 cm String Hole: 0.1… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stone, mottled red and white |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.69 x 1.12 cm Height: 0.95 cm String Hole: 0.1 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941 |
| Date | ca. 6th–5th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age, Phoenicia (?) period. The estimated date range is 600 BC – 400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Levant or Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scarab seal with human head?
Scarab seal with human head is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scarab seal with human head created?
Scarab seal with human head dates to ca. 6th–5th century B.C..
What material is Scarab seal with human head made from?
Scarab seal with human head is crafted from stone, mottled red and white.
Is Scarab seal with human head in the public domain?
Scarab seal with human head is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026