Egyptian Art|ca. 1294–1213 B.C.Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 19) created in ca. 1294–1213 B.C. using glazed steatite measuring L. 2.25 cm (7/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Glazed steatite |
| Dimensions | L. 2.25 cm (7/8 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Theodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915 |
| Date | ca. 1294–1213 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom, Ramesside period, during the Dynasty 19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1294 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth?
Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth created?
Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth dates to ca. 1294–1213 B.C..
What material is Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth made from?
Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth is crafted from glazed steatite.
Where does Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth originate?
Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth originates from Egypt.
Is Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth in the public domain?
Scarab with ornate back including prenomen of Ramesses II and the phrase beloved of Maat and Thoth is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.