Egyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.Seal, wedjat eye (?) is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using red jasper — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Red jasper |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Theodore M. Davis Collection, Bequest of Theodore M. Davis, 1915 |
| Date | ca. 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. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Seal, wedjat eye (?)?
Seal, wedjat eye (?) is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Seal, wedjat eye (?) created?
Seal, wedjat eye (?) dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..
What material is Seal, wedjat eye (?) made from?
Seal, wedjat eye (?) is crafted from red jasper.
Where does Seal, wedjat eye (?) originate?
Seal, wedjat eye (?) originates from Egypt.
Is Seal, wedjat eye (?) in the public domain?
Seal, wedjat eye (?) 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