Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1352 B.C.

Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1352 B.C. using stone — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumStone
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
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.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box?

Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box created?

Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box dates to ca. 1390–1352 B.C..

What material is Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box made from?

Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box is crafted from stone.

Where does Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box originate?

Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box originates from Egypt.

Is Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box in the public domain?

Cartouche-shaped Lid of an Unguent Box 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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