Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput"
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using egyptian blue measuring L. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); w. 1.1 cm (7/16 in); h. 0.7 cm (1/4 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumEgyptian blue
DimensionsL. 1.5 cm (9/16 in); w. 1.1 cm (7/16 in); h. 0.7 cm (1/4 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1927
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput"?

Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" created?

Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" made from?

Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" is crafted from egyptian blue.

Where does Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" originate?

Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" in the public domain?

Scarab "Two Ladies, Wadjetrenput" 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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