Brooklyn Museum — Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art · jewelry

Cowroid with Name of Amunemhat III (Posthumous)

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Description

Caption: Cowroid with Name of Amunemhat III (Posthumous), ca. 1759–1539 B.C.E.. Steatite, glaze, 1/4 x 1/2 x 11/16 in. (0.6 x 1.2 x 1.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Theodora Wilbour from the collection of her father, Charles Edwin Wilbour, 35.1131. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

AI image analysis GPT-4o-2024-08-06

Machine-generated from the object's image on May 2026. Not curatorial; treat deities, names, and signs below as the model's best reading, not authority.

The image depicts six oval objects with engraved designs.

The objects are arranged in two rows on a white background, each showcasing distinct engraved details. These are likely scaraboid or seal amulets, commonly used in ancient Egypt. The shape and composition suggest ritualistic or symbolic purposes, with each object bearing unique carved patterns. They appear to be made of stone, possibly steatite or similar materials frequently employed in small Egyptian artifacts.

decorative unknown good
Materials stone

Connections

Found at Egypt
Materials Stone

Cross-references (2)

  • BKM-Accession 35.1131 tier-2
  • BKM-Object 3353 tier-2
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