Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1981–1640 B.C.

Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12–13) created in ca. 1981–1640 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster) measuring h. 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in); w. 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in); d. 2.6 cm (1… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTravertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensionsh. 3.6 cm (1 7/16 in); w. 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in); d. 2.6 cm (1 in); weight 53.92 g
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922
Dateca. 1981–1640 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12–13 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1981 BC – 1640 BC.

Geography

Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8?

Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 created?

Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 dates to ca. 1981–1640 B.C..

What material is Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 made from?

Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster).

Where does Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 originate?

Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 originates from Egypt.

Is Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 in the public domain?

Weight, inscribed with cartouche of Senwosret and 1 7/8 is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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