Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1390–1353 B.C.

Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1353 B.C. using dried mud, mud plaster, paint gesso measuring h. 140 cm (55 1/8 in); w. 140 cm (55 1/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumDried Mud, mud plaster, paint Gesso
Dimensionsh. 140 cm (55 1/8 in); w. 140 cm (55 1/8 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 Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III?

Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III created?

Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III dates to ca. 1390–1353 B.C..

What material is Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III made from?

Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III is crafted from dried mud, mud plaster, paint gesso.

Where does Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III originate?

Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III originates from Egypt.

Is Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III in the public domain?

Ceiling painting from the palace of Amenhotep III 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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