Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2124–1504 B.C.

String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 11–18) created in ca. 2124–1504 B.C. using carnelian, amethyst, travertine (egyptian alabaster), shell — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumCarnelian, amethyst, travertine (Egyptian alabaster), shell
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1931
Dateca. 2124–1504 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 11–18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 2124 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet?

String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet created?

String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet dates to ca. 2124–1504 B.C..

What material is String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet made from?

String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet is crafted from carnelian, amethyst, travertine (egyptian alabaster), shell.

Where does String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet originate?

String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet originates from Egypt.

Is String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet in the public domain?

String of amulets and beads: 2 rhomboid beads, 1 shell, 1 disk bead, 1 bottle amulet 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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