Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1070–343 B.C.

Scarab with wedjat eye on underside is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 21–30) created in ca. 1070–343 B.C. using glazed steatite measuring L. 1.4 cm (9/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGlazed steatite
DimensionsL. 1.4 cm (9/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Joseph W. Drexel, 1889
Dateca. 1070–343 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Third Intermediate Period–Late Period period, during the Dynasty 21–30 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1070 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab with wedjat eye on underside?

Scarab with wedjat eye on underside is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab with wedjat eye on underside created?

Scarab with wedjat eye on underside dates to ca. 1070–343 B.C..

What material is Scarab with wedjat eye on underside made from?

Scarab with wedjat eye on underside is crafted from glazed steatite.

Where does Scarab with wedjat eye on underside originate?

Scarab with wedjat eye on underside originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab with wedjat eye on underside in the public domain?

Scarab with wedjat eye on underside 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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