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Medium154 worksShell is a material identified in 154 works at The Met, most commonly used for shell-ornaments in the Egyptian Art department.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 154 |
| Top Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Top Classification | Shell-Ornaments |
Notable Works
Stone-OrnamentsAmulet
Shell-OrnamentsAmulet
Shell-OrnamentsAmulet in the form of a couchant lion
Shell-OrnamentsAmulet in the form of a lion with legs extended
Archery EquipmentArcher's Bracer
Bangle
Bangle
Bangle
Bangle
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Shell are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 154 works related to Shell.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026