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© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
Scarab
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
© Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University
ClassificationsAncient Egyptian Art

Scarab

AAT Object Techniqueengraving (action)
AAT Object Form/Functionscarabs (carvings)
AAT Object Form/Functiongems (worked stones)
Possible OriginEgypt, Africa
CultureEgyptian
PeriodNew Kingdom
Date1539-1077 BCE
MediumSteatite
Credit LineGift of Gerry de Harven
Dimensions13/16 x 7/16 x 1 3/16 in. (2.1 x 1.1 x 3 cm)
Object number2011.019.010
ProvenanceEx coll. Gerry de Harven, United States.
Status
Not on view
Collections
  • Ancient Egyptian, Nubian, and Near Eastern Art