Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1352 B.C.

By Hugh R. Hopgood

Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1352 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring Facsimile H. 43 cm (16 15/16 in); w. 48.5 cm (19 1/8… attributed to Hugh R. Hopgood — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on paper
DimensionsFacsimile H. 43 cm (16 15/16 in); w. 48.5 cm (19 1/8 in) scale 1:1 Framed H. 46.4 cm (18 1/4 in); w. 53 cm (20 7/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1930
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 – 1352 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer?

Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer created?

Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer dates to ca. 1390–1352 B.C..

What material is Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer made from?

Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer originate?

Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer originates from Egypt.

Is Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer in the public domain?

Ceiling Fragment, Tomb of Amenemhat Surer 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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