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Scarab Depicting a Baboon before the Throne Name of Ramses IINew Kingdom, 19th dynasty (1304–1201 BCE)

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Small Egyptian scarab seal of cream ceramic with deep green glaze, carved flat face showing a seated deity figure, hieroglyphic cartouche, and horizontal ruled lines
Faience scarab amulet with cream and green glaze, viewed from above, showing carved beetle form with detailed head, outstretched wings, and notched border along the oval edge.

Unknown, Scarab Depicting a Baboon before the Throne Name of Ramses II, New Kingdom, 19th dynasty (1304–1201 BCE), Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Ruth Greenberg, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Title
Scarab Depicting a Baboon before the Throne Name of Ramses II
Place Made
Egypt
Date Made
New Kingdom, 19th dynasty (1304–1201 BCE)
Medium
Steatite with modern green color
Dimensions
7/8 x 9/16 x 3/8 in. (2.16 x 1.5 x .89 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Ruth Greenberg
Accession Number
M.86.313.28
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
Egyptian Art