Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1353 B.C. using pottery, white cream slip, paint measuring H. 39.5 cm (15 9/16 in); diam. 21 cm (8 1/4 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumpottery, white cream slip, paint
DimensionsH. 39.5 cm (15 9/16 in); diam. 21 cm (8 1/4 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1911
Dateca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

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

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata?

Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata created?

Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata dates to ca. 1390–1353 B.C..

What material is Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata made from?

Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata is crafted from pottery, white cream slip, paint.

Where does Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata originate?

Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata originates from Egypt.

Is Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata in the public domain?

Blue-Painted Ibex Amphora from Malqata 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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