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

By William J. Palmer-Jones

Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1390–1352 B.C. using tempera on paper measuring facsimile: h. 53 cm (20 7/8 in); w. 33.5 cm (13 3/16… attributed to William J. Palmer-Jones — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTempera on Paper
Dimensionsfacsimile: h. 53 cm (20 7/8 in); w. 33.5 cm (13 3/16 in) scale 1:2
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 Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III?

Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III created?

Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III dates to ca. 1390–1352 B.C..

What material is Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III made from?

Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III is crafted from tempera on paper.

Where does Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III originate?

Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III originates from Egypt.

Is Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III in the public domain?

Copy of Wall Painting: Flying Birds and a Nest, Palace of Amenhotep III 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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