Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye
Flag of EgyptAncient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribedca. mid 22nd–20th century B.C.

Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye is a stone-stamp seals-inscribed of Egyptian origin created in ca. mid 22nd–20th century B.C. using stone measuring 0.24 x 0.39 x 0.55 in. (0.61 x 0.99 x 1.4 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStone
Dimensions0.24 x 0.39 x 0.55 in. (0.61 x 0.99 x 1.4 cm)
ClassificationStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1987
Dateca. mid 22nd–20th century B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Egyptian culture, dating from the First Intermediate Period–early Middle Kingdom period. The estimated date range is 2150 BC – 1900 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye?

Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye created?

Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye dates to ca. mid 22nd–20th century B.C..

What material is Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye made from?

Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye is crafted from stone.

Is Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye in the public domain?

Scaraboid seal with relief of udjat eye 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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