Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1550–1458 B.C.

By Charles K. Wilkinson

Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18, early) created in ca. 1550–1458 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 32 cm (12 5/8 in); l. 163 cm (64 3/16… attributed to Charles K. Wilkinson — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on Paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 32 cm (12 5/8 in); l. 163 cm (64 3/16 in) scale 1:1 framed: h. 13 3/4 in; w. 65 in
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
Dateca. 1550–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18, early dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay?

Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay created?

Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay dates to ca. 1550–1458 B.C..

What material is Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay made from?

Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay originate?

Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay originates from Egypt.

Is Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay in the public domain?

Ceiling Decoration, Tomb of Tjay 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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