Egyptian Artca. 1981–1640 B.C.Abstracted human figure is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12–13) created in ca. 1981–1640 B.C. using unbaked clay — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Unbaked clay |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1909 |
| Date | ca. 1981–1640 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12–13 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1981 BC – 1640 BC.
Geography
Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Abstracted human figure?
Abstracted human figure is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Abstracted human figure created?
Abstracted human figure dates to ca. 1981–1640 B.C..
What material is Abstracted human figure made from?
Abstracted human figure is crafted from unbaked clay.
Where does Abstracted human figure originate?
Abstracted human figure originates from Egypt.
Is Abstracted human figure in the public domain?
Abstracted human figure 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