Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1295 B.C. using faience measuring L. 1.8 cm (11/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsL. 1.8 cm (11/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Dateca. 1550–1295 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC – 1295 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards?

Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards created?

Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards dates to ca. 1550–1295 B.C..

What material is Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards made from?

Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards is crafted from faience.

Where does Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards originate?

Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards originates from Egypt.

Is Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards in the public domain?

Two-Sided Amulet inscribed with Scorpions and Lizards 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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