Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribedca. 1479–1425 B.C.Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III) is a stone-stamp seals-inscribed of Egyptian origin created in ca. 1479–1425 B.C. using stone measuring 0.24 x 0.51 x 0.67 in. (0.61 x 1.3 x 1.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stone |
| Dimensions | 0.24 x 0.51 x 0.67 in. (0.61 x 1.3 x 1.7 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1987 |
| Date | ca. 1479–1425 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Egyptian culture, dating from the New Kingdom period. The estimated date range is 1479 BC – 1425 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt or Levant. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III)?
Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III) is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III) created?
Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III) dates to ca. 1479–1425 B.C..
What material is Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III) made from?
Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III) is crafted from stone.
Is Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III) in the public domain?
Stamp seal: Bes; cartouche of Men-kheper-re (Thutmose III) is in the public domain and can be freely used.