Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1353 B.C. using mica schist, glazed measuring L. 1.7 cm (11/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumMica schist, glazed
DimensionsL. 1.7 cm (11/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1911
Dateca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III?

Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III created?

Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III dates to ca. 1390–1353 B.C..

What material is Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III made from?

Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III is crafted from mica schist, glazed.

Where does Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III originate?

Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III in the public domain?

Scarab with the Throne Name of Amenhotep III 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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