Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1070–664 B.C.

Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 21–25) created in ca. 1070–664 B.C. using steatite measuring L. 1.9 cm (3/4 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite
DimensionsL. 1.9 cm (3/4 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Darius Ogden Mills, 1904
Dateca. 1070–664 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Third Intermediate Period or later period, during the Dynasty 21–25 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1070 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile?

Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile created?

Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile dates to ca. 1070–664 B.C..

What material is Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile made from?

Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile is crafted from steatite.

Where does Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile originate?

Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile in the public domain?

Scarab with a hippo and a crocodile is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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