Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using steatite (glazed) measuring L. 1.9 cm (3/4 in); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); h. 0.7 cm (1/4 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite (glazed)
DimensionsL. 1.9 cm (3/4 in); w. 1.3 cm (1/2 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 with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut?

Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut created?

Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut made from?

Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut is crafted from steatite (glazed).

Where does Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut originate?

Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut in the public domain?

Scarab with the Throne Names of Thutmoses III and Hatshepsut 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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