Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1479–1400 B.C.

By Nina de Garis Davies

Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1400 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring H. 35 cm (13 3/4 in); w. 25.5 cm (10 1/16 in) scale 1:1 attributed to Nina de Garis Davies — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
DimensionsH. 35 cm (13 3/4 in); w. 25.5 cm (10 1/16 in) scale 1:1
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1479–1400 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1479 BC – 1400 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun?

Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun created?

Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun dates to ca. 1479–1400 B.C..

What material is Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun made from?

Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun originate?

Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun originates from Egypt.

Is Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun in the public domain?

Baskets of Fruits and Vegetables, Tomb of kenamun 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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