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Scarab of Seti INew Kingdom, 19th dynasty, reign of Seti I (1314–1304)

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Small Egyptian scarab seal in cream-colored faience with deeply incised hieroglyphic symbols filled with vivid teal-green glaze, viewed from slightly above
Faience scarab amulet, cream-colored with turquoise-filled incised lines depicting the beetle's head, clypeus, and elytra, with visible surface wear and chipping.

Unknown, Scarab of Seti I, New Kingdom, 19th dynasty, reign of Seti I (1314–1304), Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Ruth Greenberg, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Title
Scarab of Seti I
Place Made
Egypt
Date Made
New Kingdom, 19th dynasty, reign of Seti I (1314–1304)
Medium
Steatite with modern green color
Dimensions
11/16 x 1/2 x 5/16 in. (1.67 x 1.2 x .79 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Ruth Greenberg
Accession Number
M.86.313.26
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
Egyptian Art