Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Scaraboid, cricket is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using faience — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scaraboid, cricket?

Scaraboid, cricket is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scaraboid, cricket created?

Scaraboid, cricket dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Scaraboid, cricket made from?

Scaraboid, cricket is crafted from faience.

Where does Scaraboid, cricket originate?

Scaraboid, cricket originates from Egypt.

Is Scaraboid, cricket in the public domain?

Scaraboid, cricket 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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