Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1981–1504 B.C.

String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 1981–1504 B.C. using green feldspar measuring L. 22 cm (8 11/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGreen feldspar
DimensionsL. 22 cm (8 11/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Edward S. Harkness, 1940
Dateca. 1981–1504 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom–Early New Kingdom period. The estimated date range is 1981 BC – 1504 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads?

String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads created?

String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads dates to ca. 1981–1504 B.C..

What material is String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads made from?

String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads is crafted from green feldspar.

Where does String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads originate?

String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads originates from Egypt.

Is String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads in the public domain?

String of 1 barrel, 3 cylindrical, 1 nasturtium seed, and 25 ball beads 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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