Egyptian Artca. 1353–1336 B.C.Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1353–1336 B.C. using indurated limestone measuring H. 11.2 x W. 14.2 x D. 12.7 cm; side edge of b.p. 4.5 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Indurated limestone |
| Dimensions | H. 11.2 x W. 14.2 x D. 12.7 cm; side edge of b.p. 4.5 cm before narrowing further, with rebate distance on either side of about 1.3 (p.l) -1.5(p.r.) cm to create a b.p. about 10 cm total width at its beginning (whole thing inclines so as to narrow toward statue) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1957 |
| Date | ca. 1353–1336 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom, Amarna Period period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1353 BC – 1336 BC.
Geography
Origin: Middle Egypt, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named?
Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named created?
Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named dates to ca. 1353–1336 B.C..
What material is Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named made from?
Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named is crafted from indurated limestone.
Where does Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named originate?
Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named originates from Egypt.
Is Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named in the public domain?
Back pillar fragment (?), Aten and Akhenaten named is in the public domain and can be freely used.