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Scarab of a King NeferhotepMiddle Kingdom, 13th dynasty (1786–1665 BCE)

Not on view
Small ancient Egyptian faience scarab seal, buff-colored with teal-green glaze filling densely carved hieroglyphs including a cartouche, viewed from the flat inscribed underside
Faience scarab amulet with rounded oval form, pale buff body with turquoise-green glaze remaining in incised lines defining the head, wing cases, and thorax divisions.
Title
Scarab of a King Neferhotep
Place Made
Egypt
Date Made
Middle Kingdom, 13th dynasty (1786–1665 BCE)
Medium
Steatite with modern green color
Dimensions
15/16 x 11/16 x 7/16 in. (2.44 x 1.67 x 1.14 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Ruth Greenberg
Accession Number
M.86.313.9
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
Egyptian Art