Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1352 B.C.

By Norman de Garis Davies

Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1352 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 44 cm (17 5/16 in); w. 38 cm (14 15/16… attributed to Norman de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on Paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 44 cm (17 5/16 in); w. 38 cm (14 15/16 in) scale 1:1 framed: h. 47.6 cm (18 3/4 in); w. 41.6 cm (16 3/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1390–1352 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1390 BC – 1352 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen?

Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen created?

Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen dates to ca. 1390–1352 B.C..

What material is Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen made from?

Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen originate?

Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen originates from Egypt.

Is Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen in the public domain?

Animals Seated under a Chair, Tomb of Anen is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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