Scarab of Thutmose III

New Kingdom

ca. 1479–1429 B.C.

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 109

The underside of this scarab is inscribed with a cartouche holding the name Menkheperre, the prenomen of pharaoh Thutmose III (Dynasty 18, ca. 1479-1425 B.C.) He was venerated after his death and the name of this great ruler continued to appear on stamp seals long after his reign, even into the Late Period (ca. 664-525 B.C.). Below is the sign of gold (nub) and above is the sign for praise (hes-vase) flanked by a pair of uraei with sun disks above their heads. The composition expresses praise to the pharaoh and calls for his protection.

Artwork Details

Overview

Provenance

Title: Scarab of Thutmose III
Period: New Kingdom
Dynasty: Dynasty 18
Reign: reign of Thutmose III or later
Date: ca. 1479–1429 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, Cemetery, MMA excavations
Medium: Blue glazed steatite
Dimensions: L. 1.7 × W. 1.2 × H. 0.9 cm (11/16 × 1/2 × 3/8 in.)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1909
Object Number: 09.180.942
Curatorial Department: Egyptian Art

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