Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1580–1479 B.C.

A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 17–early 18) created in ca. 1580–1479 B.C. using pottery, linen, unfired clay, unsaturated oil or resin, seeds measuring H. of mother 19.5 cm (7 11/16 in.) H. of baby about 10.5 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumpottery, linen, unfired clay, unsaturated oil or resin, seeds
DimensionsH. of mother 19.5 cm (7 11/16 in.) H. of baby about 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1919
Dateca. 1580–1479 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Second Intermediate Period–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 17–early 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1580 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen?

A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen created?

A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen dates to ca. 1580–1479 B.C..

What material is A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen made from?

A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen is crafted from pottery, linen, unfired clay, unsaturated oil or resin, seeds.

Where does A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen originate?

A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen originates from Egypt.

Is A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen in the public domain?

A woman holding her baby, both swathed in linen is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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